“The plea of good intentions is not one that can be allowed to have much weight in passing historical judgment upon a man whose wrong-headedness and distorted way of looking at things produced, or helped to produce, such incalculable evil; there is a wide political applicability in the remark attributed to a famous Texan, to the effect that he might, in the end, pardon a man who shot him on purpose, but that he would surely never forgive one who did so accidentally.”
Thomas H. Benton is a detailed exploration of the life and times of Thomas Hart Benton, a prominent figure in early American politics. The book examines Benton's early life, his rise to prominence in the Missouri state legislature, and his tenure as a U.S. Senator. It also covers his diplomatic missions and his advocacy for the expansion of the United States. The narrative provides insights into Benton's political philosophy, his relationships with other notable figures of his time, and the impact of his policies on the nation's development. more
Theodore Roosevelt was the 26th President of the United States, serving from 1901 to 1909. A progressive leader, he is known for his advocacy of the conservation movement, expansion of federal government regulation, and efforts to improve the lives of American citizens. more
“The one being abhorrent to the powers above the earth and under them is the hyphenated American”
“All you can hold in your cold dead hand is what you have given away.”
“You never want to give a man a present when he's feeling good. You want to do it when he's down.”
“In modern warfare there are no victors; there are only survivors.”