The world has nothing to fear from military ambition in our Government.
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When I observed a strong man approaching I generally took advantage of him by being a little quicker than he was and seizing him by the tip of the fingers, giving him a hearty shake, and thus preventing him from getting a full grip upon me.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 family.
James K. Polk
Though I occupy a very high position, I am the hardest-working man in this country.
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With me it is exceptionally true that the Presidency is no bed of roses.
James K. Polk
The passion for office among members of Congress is very great, if not absolutely disreputable, and greatly embarrasses the operations of the Government. They create offices by their own votes and then seek to fill them themselves.
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Under the benignant providence of Almighty God the representatives of the States and of the people are again brought together to deliberate for the public good.
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