I do not deny the possibility that the people may err in an election; but if they do, the true cure is in the next election.

The ballot is stronger than the bullet.

Many challenges need to be responded to: the emergence of multiparty coalitions as a regular form of government that need to rapidly evolve as a stable, two-party system.

Political power means the capacity to regulate national life through national representatives.

Let it be public, full, and fair. No cliqueism or cheatery about it.

I have enlisted for the permanent success of the Republican cause; and, for this object, I shall labor faithfully in the ranks, unless, as I think not probable, the judgment of the party shall assign me a different position.