It was by one Union that we achieved our independence and liberties, and by it alone can they be maintained.

It was by one Union that we achieved our independence and liberties, and by it alone can they be maintained.

Never did a government commence under auspices so favorable, nor ever was success so complete.

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.

It is the knowledge that all men have weaknesses and that many have vices that makes government necessary.

A king without power is an absurdity.