The emigrants although of different parties and different religious sects all flew from persecution in pursuit of liberty.
James MonroeThe American continents, by the free and independent condition by which they have assumed and maintained, are henceforth not to be considered as subjects for future colonization by any European powers.
James MonroePeace is the best time for improvement and preparation of every kind; it is in peace that our commerce flourishes most, that taxes are most easily paid, and that the revenue is most productive.
James MonroeThe best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil.
James Monroe