The spoliations and irregularities committed on our commerce during the late war by subjects of Spain or by others deemed within her respons...
It does not go to the satisfaction of all our claims, but the express reservation of our right to press the validity of the residue has been...
But as the possession of these provinces is still in Spain, and the course of events may retard or prevent the cession to France being carri...
While my confidence in our minister plenipotentiary at Paris is entire and undiminished, I still think that these objects might be promoted ...
They are, as you will perceive, but a small proportion of the whole.
Should any others in consequence of this be made during the session of Congress, they shall be immediately communicated.
I have always considered marriage as the most interesting event of one's life, the foundation of happiness or misery.
True patriotism is not just a feeling but a commitment to the well-being of our country.
Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.
Believe me, sir, no one can more cordially approve of the wise and prudent measures of your Administration.
I have finally determined to accept the commission of Commander in Chief of the armies of the United States.
I must not conceal from you my earnest wish that the choice had fallen upon a man less declined in years and better qualified to encounter t...
I can not express how greatly affected I am at this new proof of public confidence.
Satisfied, therefore, that you have sincerely wished and endeavored to avert war, and exhausted to the last drop the cup of reconciliation, ...
To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.
A good government must be founded on the principle of justice and liberty for all its citizens.
An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people.
It is with peculiar satisfaction I can say, that prompted by a high sense of duty in my attendance on public worship, I have been gratified ...
