My sentiments therein expressed I am persuaded will harmonize with yours and with those of all my fellow-citizens.

I send herewith, for the information of Congress, the treaty concluded between the United States and the Dey and Regency of Algiers.

The treaty of amity, commerce, and navigation concluded between the United States of America and His Britannic Majesty having been duly ratified.

I send herewith the treaty concluded on the 27th of October last between the United States and Spain by their respective plenipotentiaries.

Herewith I transmit, for your consideration and advice, a treaty of peace and amity.

Gentlemen of the Senate and of the House of Representatives: I send herewith for the information of Congress:

Congress will perceive the necessity of making a suitable provision for the maintenance of prisoners committed to the jails of the several States under the authority of the United States.

I have caused the same to be reduced since the 27th of last December.

Every human being is entitled to the same respect and consideration, regardless of race or religion.

I lay before you, for your consideration, a treaty of peace which has been negotiated by General Wayne, on behalf of the United States, with all the late hostile tribes of Indians northwest of the river Ohio.

To be a successful leader, one must earn the trust and respect of those who are led.

An army of principles can penetrate where an army of soldiers cannot.

Patriotism is the last refuge of a scoundrel.

Liberty and equality are the twin pillars of a just government.

To be effective in any government, the leader must be guided by principles of honesty and integrity.

Reputation is the most valuable asset a person can possess.

the commissioners for holding the proposed treaty will, therefore, be instructed to inquire into the causes of the hostilities

I therefore nominate Fulwar Skipwith to be consul-general of the United States in France.