We must not count with certainty on a continuance of our present prosperity during such an interval [15 years]; but unquestionably there never was a time in the history of this country when, from the situation of Europe, we might more reasonably expect fifteen years of peace, than we may at the present moment.

Necessity is the plea for every infringement of human freedom. It is the argument of tyrants; it is the creed of slaves.

We owe our present happiness and prosperity, which has never been equalled in the annals of mankind, to a mixture of monarchical government.

You may take from me, Sir, the privileges and emoluments of place, but you cannot, and you shall not, take from me those habitual and warm regards for the pros…