I should be pleased to see all the nations on the earth prosperous and happy and rich, for it would furnish to me the best evidence of the prosperity of my native land. — 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
