Political Quotes

If I were to try to read, much less answer, all the attacks made on me, this shop might as well be closed for any other business.

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.

Second. That the flag, when raised, be saluted by one hundred guns from Fort Sumter and by a national salute from every fort and rebel battery that fired upon Fort Sumter.

Fourth. That the naval forces at Charleston and their commander on that station be invited to participate in the ceremonies of the occasion.