Political Quotes

It gives me pleasure to consummate here to-day, by the act of lifting this flag, the efforts in support of a principle to which I give my hearty support.

Only two courses are now open--one the establishment of a protectorate by the United States, and the other annexation full and complete.

The influence and interest of the United States in the islands must be increased and not diminished.

I felt that the honor of our country and of the Navy had been touched, and that nothing was left to us but, in a quiet and dignified and yet firm way, to insist upon suitable redress.