In 1840 I was called from my farm to undertake the administration of public affairs and I foresaw that I was called to a bed of thorns. I now leave that bed which has afforded me little rest, and eagerly… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
If the tide of defamation and abuse shall turn, and my administration come to be praised, future Vice-Presidents who may succeed to the Presidency may feel some slight encouragement to pursue an independent course. — John Tyler Copy Share Image
The institutions under which we live, my countrymen, secure each person in the perfect enjoyment of all his rights. — John Tyler Copy Share Image
A republican government can only be supported by virtue; and the end of all our legislation should be to encourage our fellow citizens in… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
On the coming of that tremendous storm which for eight years desolated our country, Mr. Jefferson hesitated not, halted not. — John Tyler Copy Share Image
The applause of his native land is the richest reward to which the patriot ever aspires. It is this for which 'he bears to… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
In 1840 I was called from my farm to undertake the administration of public affairs and I foresaw that I was called to a… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
Popularity, I have always thought, may aptly be compared to a coquette-the more you woo her, the more apt is she to elude your… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
We have continued reason to express our profound gratitude to the Great Creator of All Things for numberless benefits conferred upon us as a… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
Parties are continually changing. The men of today give place to the men of tomorrow, and the idols which one set worship, the next… — John Tyler Copy Share Image
Liberty and equality are captivating sounds, but they often captivate to destroy. — John Tyler Copy Share Image
Our wise men flattered us into the adoption of the banking system under the idea that boundless wealth would result from the adoption. — John Tyler Copy Share Image
