"I have always walked a straight line, and I have always spoken my sentiments without fear or affection."

"My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth, and the Son of Righteousness in triumph amongst all nations."

"The greatest good we can do our country is to conquer the spirit of party."

"To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace."

"Without an humble imitation of the divine author of our blessed religion, we can never hope to be a happy nation."