Moving in its own clearly defined orbit, without usurpation or lessening of prerogative, the great executive office, at the close as at the beginning of the century, is the recognized constitutional symbol of authority and of power.
Stevenson reflects on the enduring authority of the executive office in American governance.
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My countrymen, the little settlement planted just three centuries ago near the spot upon which we have to-day assembled has under divine guidance grown into a mighty nation.
I have no respect for candidates who attempt to dodge any of these great questions.
Lincoln in public speech uttered the words, 'My fellow-citizens.' Truly the magical words 'fellow-citizens' never fail to touch a responsive chord in the patriotic heart.
Not inaptly has hell been described as "disqualification in the face of opportunity.