Political Quotes

Both parties deprecated war; but one of them would make war rather than let the nation survive, and the other would accept war rather than let it perish.

If the end brings me out wrong, ten angels swearing I was right would make no difference.

The United States, whatever claim or pretense may have existed heretofore, are now, at least, entitled to claim and concede an entire and friendly equality of rights and hospitalities with all maritime nations.

In answer to the Senate's resolution of the 6th instant, requesting the return of a certain joint resolution, I transmit a report from the Secretary of State.