George Washington: “The trade of the Indians is a main mean of their political management.”

I must not conceal from you my earnest wish that the choice had fallen upon a man less declined in years and better qualified to encounter the usual vicissitudes of war.

Believe me, sir, no one can more cordially approve of the wise and prudent measures of your Administration.

A good government must be founded on the principle of justice and liberty for all its citizens.

Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.