"The voice of the people has been said to be the voice of God; and, however generally this maxim has been quoted and believed, it is not true in fact. The people are turbulent and changing; they seldom…"

"A dangerous ambition more often lurks behind the specious mask of zeal for the rights of the people than under the forbidding appearance of zeal for the firmness and efficiency of government."

"Energy in the Executive is a leading character in the definition of good government."

"A fondness for power is implanted, in most men, and it is natural to abuse it when acquired."

"I have been a victim of my own imprudence."