I trust that under the inspiration of this great prosperity our counsels may be harmonious, and that the dictates of prudence, patriotism, justice and economy may lead to the adoption of measures in which the Congress and the Executive may heartily unite.
Sherman emphasizes the importance of unity and prudence in governance during prosperous times.
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I have given my views, speaking for no other man, frankly and fearlessly, and I will stand by them now and in the future.
It was the same old story of injustice and wrong, of might against right.
He took strong ground against the repeal of the Missouri Compromise, and in 1859 was a competitor with me for the position of speaker, but withdrew in my favor after the first ballot.
Some of you broke down the only political organization that could compete with us, and thus gave us an easy victory.
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