"It is our duty to preserve for ourselves and for posterity the American system of government, which is based on the principle of individual liberty and the pursuit of happiness."

"I see one-third of a nation ill-housed, ill-clad, ill-nourished."

"The true conservative is the man who has a decent regard for the past, but who recognizes that we must move forward."

"I'm not the smartest fellow in the world, but I can sure pick smart colleagues."

"Remember, remember always, that all of us, and you and I especially, are descended from immigrants and revolutionaries."