The torment of precautions often exceeds the dangers to be avoided. It is sometimes better to abandon one's self to destiny.

America is a fortunate country. She grows by the follies of our European nations.

When your enemy is doing something wrong, do not interrupt him.

Military despotism represses generous sentiments, priestly tyranny stifles them.

All becomes easy when we follow the current of opinion; it is the ruler of the world.

They wanted me to be a Washington.

There are only two forces that unite men - fear and interest.