Franklin Pierce
Quotations

"With the Union my best and dearest earthly hopes are entwined."

 

"Frequently the more trifling the subject, the more animated and protracted the discussion."

 

"I wish I could indulge higher hope for the future of our country, but the aspect of any vision is fearfully dark and I cannot make it otherwise."

 

"You have summoned me in my weakness. You must sustain me by your strength."

- Inaugural Address

 

"The storm of frency and faction must inevitably dash itself in vain against the unshaken rock of the Constitution."