It is much easier at all times to prevent an evil than to rectify mistakes.

History and experience prove that foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican government.

The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon.

Almighty God, we make our earnest prayer that thou wilt keep the United States in thy holy protection.

Associate with men of good quality if you esteem your own reputation; for it is better to be alone than in bad company.

It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God.

In a free and republican government, you cannot restrain the voice of the multitude.

It is impossible to account for the creation of the universe without the agency of a Supreme Being.

Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.

It's wonderful what we can do if we're always doing.

A government is like fire, a handy servant, but a dangerous master.

Have the strength to be an honest person.

To contract new debts is not the way to pay old ones.

Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.

Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.

The Constitution that we have is an excellent one, if we can keep it where it is.

If we are wise, let us prepare for the worst.

To err is nature, to rectify error is glory.

In executing the duties of my present important station, I can promise nothing but purity of intentions, and, in carrying these into effect, fidelity and diligence.