The great truth that government was made for the people and not the people for government has already been established in the practice and by the example of these United States, and we can do no other than contemplate its… — 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
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
On the coming of that tremendous storm which for eight years desolated our country, Mr. Jefferson hesitated not, halted not. — John Tyler Copy Share
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
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
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
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
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
Liberty and equality are captivating sounds, but they often captivate to destroy. — John Tyler Copy Share
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
When the happy era shall arrive for the emancipation of nations, hastened on as it will be by the example of America, shall they… — John Tyler Copy Share
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… — John Tyler Copy Share
