It is a marvel of the world that these humble colonies, composed of plain men, for there were no nobles or rich men in those times, furnished genius which brought to mankind greater wisdom in the framing of a government than ever elsewhere existed.
Sherman praises the founding fathers for their wisdom in creating a government based on equality and intelligence.
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Our family of states is already large enough to create embarrassment in the Senate, and a republic should not hold dependent provinces or possessions.
What I have written is no doubt clouded with partisanship, but I would not be honest if I did not express my attachment to my party.
Proud of Ohio, of its history and people, willing at all times to sound its praise in the sisterhood of states, yet, according to my convictions, the United States is entitled to my allegiance, and all parts of it should receive equal care…
Our country, our whole country, and nothing but our country" has been the watchword and creed of my public life.
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