Zachary Taylor (November 24, 1784 – July 9, 1850) was the 12th President of the United States, serving from March 1849 until his death in July 1850. Before his presidency, Taylor was a career officer in the Unit...
I shall look with confidence to the enlightened patriotism of that body to adopt such measures of conciliation as may harmonize conflicting interests and tend to perpetuate that Union which should be the paramount object of our hopes and affections. Zachary Taylor
I shall look with confidence to the enlightened patriotism of that body to adopt such measures of conciliation as may harmonize conflicting interests and tend to perpetuate that Union which should be the paramount object of our hopes and affections.
In the conduct of our foreign relations I shall conform to these views, as I believe them essential to the best interests and the true honor of the country. Zachary Taylor
In the conduct of our foreign relations I shall conform to these views, as I believe them essential to the best interests and the true honor of the country.
In any action calculated to promote an object so near the heart of everyone who truly loves his country I will zealously unite with the coordinate branches of the Government. Zachary Taylor
In any action calculated to promote an object so near the heart of everyone who truly loves his country I will zealously unite with the coordinate branches of the Government.
I am conscious that the position which I have been called to fill, though sufficient to satisfy the loftiest ambition, is surrounded by fearful responsibilities. Zachary Taylor
I am conscious that the position which I have been called to fill, though sufficient to satisfy the loftiest ambition, is surrounded by fearful responsibilities.
The power given by the Constitution to the Executive to interpose his veto is a high conservative power; but in my opinion it should never be exercised except in cases of clear violation of the Constitution, or manifest haste and want of due consideration Zachary Taylor
The power given by the Constitution to the Executive to interpose his veto is a high conservative power; but in my opinion it should never be exercised except in cases of clear violation of the Constitution, or manifest haste and want of due consideration
I am not a party candidate, and if elected cannot be President of a party, but the President of the whole people. Zachary Taylor
I am not a party candidate, and if elected cannot be President of a party, but the President of the whole people.
It would be judicious to act with magnanimity towards a prostrate foe. Zachary Taylor
It would be judicious to act with magnanimity towards a prostrate foe.
Fear is the tax that conscience pays to guilt. Zachary Taylor
Fear is the tax that conscience pays to guilt.
I have always done my duty. I am ready to die. My only regret is for the friends I leave behind me. Zachary Taylor
I have always done my duty. I am ready to die. My only regret is for the friends I leave behind me.
