The institution of Masonry ought to be abandoned as one capable of much evil, and incapable of producing any good which might not be affected by safe and open means.

The most lively fancy aided by the strongest description cannot equal the reality of the opera.

An unlimited power to tax involves, necessarily, a power to destroy; because there is a limit beyond which no institution and no property can bear taxation.

The French Revolution will be found to have had great influence on the strength of parties, and on the subsequent political transactions of the United States.

I have always believed that national character... depends more on the female part of society than is generally imagined. Precepts from the lips of a beloved mother... sink deep in the heart, and make an impression which is seldom entirely effaced.

What is it that makes us trust our judges? Their independence in office and manner of appointment.

The peculiar circumstances of the moment may render a measure more or less wise, but cannot render it more or less constitutional.