I am well aware of the Toil and Blood and Treasure that it will cost us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these States. Yet through all the Gloom I can see the Rays of ravishing Light and Glory. I can see that the End is more than worth all the Means. And that Posterity will triumph in that Day's Transaction.

The founding of our Nation was more than a political event; it was an act of faith, a promise to Americans and to the entire world. The Declaration of Independence declared that people can govern themselves, that they can live in freedom with equal rights, that they can respect the rights of others.

When there is peace in the country, the chief does not carry a shield.

If you're walking down the right path and you're willing to keep walking, eventually you'll make progress.

Never stand in front of a judge or behind a donkey.

Deception and privileged secrets are common facets of politics.