John Tyler: “This subject is now submitted for the consideration of the Senate.”

My fervent prayer is that it may never come.

The great question is—not as to the manner in which it shall be done, but whether it shall be accomplished or not.

With equal, if not greater, propriety might the United States demand of other governments to surrender their numerous and valuable acquisitions.

I shall carry with me into retirement the gratifying reflection that as my sole object throughout has been to advance the public good.