"A good government implies two things: first, fidelity to the object of government, which is the happiness of the people; secondly, a knowledge of the means by which that object can be best attained."

"The erection of a new empire, on the ruins of a former, is an arduous undertaking."

"The accumulation of debt is the natural disease of all governments."

"The true principle of a Republic is, that the people should choose whom they please to govern them. Representation is the only principle by which a free government can be maintained."

"I have been a madman."