Andrew Jackson: “I regret the more not to have it in my power yet to announce the result so confidently anticipated.”

The duty of every government [is so] to regulate its currency as to protect this numerous class.

If we turn to our relations with foreign powers, we find our condition equally gratifying.

There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.

It is impossible that any government can continue to exist upon any other principles.