"There are some things which the general government can do, which the state governments cannot."

"Energy in the Executive is a leading character in the definition of good government."

"Government is instituted for the common good; for the protection, safety, prosperity and happiness of the people; and not for the profit, honor, or private interest of any one man, family, or class of…"

"I have been much abused for my zeal in promoting the establishment of the national government."

"I have been in this country a little too long to be deceived by the cry of liberty."