Our great modern Republic. May those who seek the blessings of its institutions and the protection of its flag remember the obligations they impose.

Cheap cigars come in handy; they stifle the odor of cheap politicians.

Labor disgraces no man; unfortunately, you occasionally find men who disgrace labor.

Quit thinking about what Bobby Lee's gonna do to us and start thinking about what we're going to do to him.

I only knew what was in my mind, and I wished to express it clearly

The theory of government changes with general progress.

Let no guilty man escape if it can be avoided. Be specially vigilant-or instruct those engaged in the prosecution of fraud to be-against all who insinuate that they have high influence to protect-or to protect them. No personal consideration should stand in the way of performing a public duty.