It was my fortune, or misfortune, to be called to the office of Chief Executive without any previous political training.

We're teachers, and we have a commitment." "Commitment to what-to live and die in this hellhole, when we can leave and live like other people?

Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions.

It will be all right if it turns out all right.

I felt like anything rather than rejoicing at the downfall of a foe who had fought so long and valiantly, and had suffered so much for a cause, though that cause was, I believe, one of the worst for which a people ever fought, and one for which there was the least excuse.

Lee's army will be your objective point. Wherever Lee goes, there you will go also.

It is men who wait to be selected, and not those who seek, from whom we may expect the most efficient service.