The more profoundly we study this wonderful book [the Bible], and the more closely we observe its divine precept, the better citizens we will become and the higher will be our destiny as a nation.
Our differences are policies; our agreements, principles.
The mission of the United States is one of benevolent assimilation.
Let us ever remember that our interest is in concord, not in conflict; and that our real eminence rests in the victories of peace, not those of war.
Cuba ought to be free and independent, and the government should be turned over to the Cuban people.
The free man cannot be long an ignorant man.
We need Hawaii just as much and a good deal more than we did California. It is Manifest Destiny.
In the time of darkest defeat, victory may be nearest.
I have never been in doubt since I was old enough to think intelligently that I would someday be made president.
I am a tariff man, standing on a tariff platform.
