Attitude Quote by Sam Houston

I would give no thought of what the world might say of me, if I could only transmit to posterity the reputation of an…

— Sam Houston

For Texas, a wise and prudent administration in the commencement of her national existence will be universally expected, imposing upon me the difficult and…

— Sam Houston

The benefits of education and of useful knowledge, generally diffused through a community, are essential to the preservation of a free government.

— Sam Houston

Union can achieve everything when sustained by gallant hearts and correct principles, while anarchy and insubordination must fail in the achievement of every thing…

— Sam Houston

A leader is someone who helps improve the lives of other people or improve the system they live under.

— Sam Houston

I am aware that in presenting myself as the advocate of the Indians and their rights, I shall stand very much alone.

— Sam Houston

He has all the characteristics of a dog - except loyalty.

— Sam Houston

Let me tell you what is coming… Your fathers and husbands, your sons and brothers, will be herded at the point of the bayonet...…

— Sam Houston

Diversified interests must exist in every community, and that system which is best calculated to promote the general interest is the one which should…

— Sam Houston

I love Texas too well to bring civil strife and bloodshed upon her.

— Sam Houston

Texas, to be respected must be polite. Santa Anna living, can be of incalculable benefit to Texas; Santa Anna dead, would just be another…

— Sam Houston

Do right and risk the consequences.

— Sam Houston