Peace, plenty, and contentment reign throughout our borders, and our beloved country presents a sublime moral spectacle to the world. James K. Polk belovedbordercontentment Change image and share on social
There is more selfishness and less principle among members of Congress than I had any conception of, before I became President of the U.S. James K. Polk conceptioncongressmember Change image and share on social
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 boldcountrydegree share on social
One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights. James K. Polk constitutionencroachgreat Change image and share on social