“ The whole frame of the Federal Constitution proves that the government which it creates was intended to be one of limited and specified powers. James K. Polk
“ Although... the Chief Magistrate must almost of necessity be chosen by a party and stand pledged to its principles and measures, yet in his official action he should not be the President of a party on… James K. Polk
“ Peace, plenty, and contentment reign throughout our borders, and our beloved country presents a sublime moral spectacle to the world. James K. Polk
“ It is of great importance to our country generally, and especially to our navigating and whaling interests, that the Pacific Coast and, indeed, the whole of our territory west of the Rocky Mountains,… James K. Polk
“ I cannot adequately express the horror I feel for a man who can be so base as to veil his hypocrisy under the cloak of religion, and state the base falsehood he has done. James K. Polk
“ One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights. James K. Polk
“ Well may the boldest fear and the wisest tremble when incurring responsibilities on which may depend our country's peace and prosperity, and in some degree the hopes and happiness of the whole human f… James K. Polk
