The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country. For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery

My great objection to this government is, that it does not leave us the means of defending our rights, or of waging war against tyrants.

The whole economy of this lower world proves that it is by labor and perseverance only that good is obtained and evil is avoided.

I know of no way of judging the future but by the past.

I believe a time will come when an opportunity will be offered to abolish this lamentable evil.

I have now disposed of all my property to my family. There is one thing more I wish I could give them, and that is the Christian religion.

Hospitality invites to prayer before it checks credentials, welcomes to the table before administering the entrance exam.