Andrew Johnson Quotes

Andrew Johnson was an American politician who served as the 17th President of the United States from 1865 to 1869. He assumed the presidency following the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln. Johnson's presidency was marked by his efforts to implement Reconstruction policies and reconcile the nation after the Civil War. His presidency remains a subject of historical analysis and debate.

Who, then, will govern? The answer must be, Man - for we have no angels in the shape of men, as yet, who are willing to take charge of our political affairs.

Andrew Johnson , President
If I am shot at, I want no man to be in the way of... -Andrew Johnson

If I am shot at, I want no man to be in the way of the bullet.

Andrew Johnson , President
I am sworn to uphold the Constitution as Andy John... -Andrew Johnson

I am sworn to uphold the Constitution as Andy Johnson understands it and interprets it.

Andrew Johnson , President
There are no good laws but such as repeal other la... -Andrew Johnson

There are no good laws but such as repeal other laws.

Andrew Johnson , President
I feel incompetent to perform duties... which have... -Andrew Johnson

I feel incompetent to perform duties... which have been so unexpectedly thrown upon me.

Andrew Johnson , President

Outside of the Constitution we have no legal authority more than private citizens, and within it we have only so much as that instrument gives us. This broad principle limits all our functions and applies to all subjects.

Andrew Johnson , President

Legislation can neither be wise nor just which seeks the welfare of a single interest at the expense and to the injury of many and varied interests.

Andrew Johnson , President
Honest conviction is my courage; the Constitution ... -Andrew Johnson

Honest conviction is my courage; the Constitution is my guide.

Andrew Johnson , President
The goal to strive for is a poor government but a ... -Andrew Johnson

The goal to strive for is a poor government but a rich people.

Andrew Johnson , President
Slavery exists. It is black in the South, and whit... -Andrew Johnson

Slavery exists. It is black in the South, and white in the North.

Andrew Johnson , President

If the rabble were lopped off at one end and the aristocrats at the other, all would be well with the country.

Andrew Johnson , President

I hold it the duty of the executive to insist upon frugality in the expenditure, and a sparing economy is itself a great national source.

Andrew Johnson , President

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