"I shall only say that I have, with good intentions, contributed my mite to the establishment of a Government which I trust will prove a blessing to our Country."

"To form a new Government, requires infinite care, and abilities adequate to the task."

"I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man."

"The name of American, which belongs to you, in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of Patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discriminations."

"Promote then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge. In proportion as the structure of a government gives force to public opinion, it is essential tha…"