"Government is instituted for the common good; for the protection, safety, prosperity and happiness of the people; and not for the profit, honor, or private interest of any one man, family, or class of…"

"The United States is a nation of many different opinions and interests."

"Experience is the oracle of truth; and where its responses are unequivocal, they ought to be conclusive and sacred."

"I never expect to see a perfect work from imperfect man."

"I have been a fool."