The civil war which has so long prevailed between Spain and the Provinces in South America still continues, without any prospect of its speedy termination. James Monroe Read Quote
At no period of our political existence had we so much cause to felicitate ourselves at the prosperous and happy condition of our country. James Monroe Read Quote
By the last returns to the Department of War the militia force of the several States may be estimated at 800,000 men – infantry, artillery, and cavalry. James Monroe Read Quote
From several of the Indian tribes inhabiting the country bordering on Lake Erie purchases have been made of lands on conditions very favorable to the United States, and, as it is presumed, not less so to the tribes themselves. James Monroe Read Quote
Never did a government commence under auspices so favorable, nor ever was success so complete. James Monroe Read Quote
Our relations with the other powers of Europe have experienced no essential change since the last session. James Monroe Read Quote
To impose taxes when the public exigencies require them is an obligation of the most sacred character, especially with a free people. James Monroe Read Quote
The principles and passions of men are always the same and lead to the same result, varying only according to the circumstances in which they are placed. James Monroe Read Quote
The payments which have been made into the Treasury show the very productive state of the public revenue. James Monroe Read Quote
The great increase of our population throughout the Union will alone produce an important effect, and in no quarter will it be so sensibly felt as in those in contemplation. James Monroe Read Quote
