I am a straightforward man.

My principles in respect of religious interest are two,--one is, that the Church shall not meddle with politics, and the government shall not meddle with religion.

I can understand Communism, but not Socialism.

Your generous part in my liberation is taken by the world for the revelation of the fact, that the United States are resolved not to allow the despots of the world to trample on oppressed humanity.

The principle of evil in Europe is the enervating spirit of Russian absolutism.

I believe that the confidence of Hungary in me is not shaken by misfortune nor broken by my calumniators.

You must be a power on earth, and must therefore accept all the consequences of this position.