I never wanted to get out of a place as much as I did to get out of the presidency.

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

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

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

In every battle there comes a time when both sides consider themselves beaten, then he who continues the attack wins.

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.

The Jews are a class violating every regulation of trade established by the Treasury Department, and also department orders and are herein expelled from the department within 24 hours from receipt of this order.