The Government Should Not Be Guided By

We Remain At Peace With All Nations, And No Efforts On My Part Consistent With The Preservation Of Our Rights And The Honor Of The Country Shall Be Spared To Maintain A Position So Consonant To Our Institutions.

Is It Possible To Be Anything In This Country Without Being A Politician?

In A Government Whose Distinguishing Characteristic Should Be A Diffusion And Equalization Of Its Benefits And Burdens The Advantage Of Individuals Will Be Augmented At The Expense Of The Community At Large.

The National Will Is The Supreme Law Of The Republic, And On All Subjects Within The Limits Of His Constitutional Powers Should Be Faithfully Obeyed By The Public Servant.

Every Proper Exertion Has Been Made And Will Be Continued To Carry Out The Wishes Of Congress In Relation To The Tobacco Trade, As Indicated In The Several Resolutions Of The House Of Representatives And The Legislation Of The Two Branches.