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Ulysses S. Grant8 quotes
The greatest good to the greatest number is the object to be attained. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1869I know no method to secure the repeal of bad or obnoxious laws so effective as their stringent execution. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1869The war is over-the rebels are our countrymen again. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1865No terms except an unconditional and immediate surrender can be accepted. I propose to move immediately upon your works. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1862I believe that our Great Maker is preparing the world, in His own good time, to become one nation, speaking one language, and when armies and navies will be no longer required. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1873I would respect the rights of all nations, demanding equal respect for our own. If others depart from this rule in their dealings with us, we may be compelled to follow their precedent. — Ulysses S. Grant · 1869All 8 quotes →