James K. Polk

There is more selfishness and less principle among members of Congress than I had any conception of, before I became President of the U.S. ↗

— James K. Polk

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One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights. ↗

— James K. Polk

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It becomes us in humility to make our devout acknowledgments to the Supreme Ruler of the Universe for the inestimable civil and religious blessings with which we are favored. ↗

— James K. Polk

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No president who performs his duties faithfully and conscientiously can have any leisure. ↗

— James K. Polk

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The world has nothing to fear from military ambition in our Government. ↗

— James K. Polk

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With me it is exceptionally true that the Presidency is no bed of roses. ↗

— James K. Polk

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Foreign powers do not seem to appreciate the true character of our government. ↗

— James K. Polk

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I am heartily rejoiced that my term is so near its close. I will soon cease to be a servant and will become a sovereign. ↗

— James K. Polk

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Minorities have a right to appeal to the Constitution as a shield against such oppression. ↗

— James K. Polk

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Peace, plenty, and contentment reign throughout our borders, and our beloved country presents a sublime moral spectacle to the world. ↗

— James K. Polk

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