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Martin Van Buren Quotes

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The government should not be guided by Temporary Excitement, but by Sober Second Thought.
Is it possible to be anything in this country without being a politician?
The less government interferes with private pursuits, the better for general prosperity.
Most men are not scolded out of their opinion.
It is easier to do a job right than to explain why you didn't.
The second, sober thought of the people is seldom wrong, and always efficient.
As to the presidency, the two happiest days of my life were those of my entrance upon the office and my surrender of it.
The atonement of Jesus Christ is the only remedy and rest for my soul.
I tread in the footsteps of illustrious men, whose superiors it is our happiness to believe are not found on the executive calendar of any country.