Political Quotes

I hold the maxim no less applicable to public than to private affairs, that honesty is always the best policy.

The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.

The nation which indulges towards another a habitual hatred or a habitual fondness is in some degree a slave.

I have finally determined to accept the commission of Commander in Chief of the armies of the United States.