By the theory of our Government majorities rule, but this right is not an arbitrary or unlimited one. It is a right to be exercised in subordination to the Constitution and in conformity to it. One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights. Minorities have a right to appeal to the Constitution as a shield against such oppression.
Discurso de posse (4 de março de 1845)
James Knox Polk: Governo
James Knox Polk era político estadunidense, 11° presidente dos Estados Unidos da América. Explore frases interessantes em governo.“Potências estrangeiras não parecem apreciar a verdadeira natureza do nosso Governo.”
Foreign powers do not seem to appreciate the true character of our Government.
Discurso de posse (4 de março de 1845)
“O mundo não tem nada a temer da ambição militar em nosso Governo.”
The world has nothing to fear from military ambition in our Government.
Discurso de posse (4 de março de 1845)
Although in our country the Chief Magistrate must almost of necessity be chosen by a party and stand pledged to its principles and measures, yet in his official action he should not be the President of a part only, but of the whole people of the United States. While he executes the laws with an impartial hand, shrinks from no proper responsibility, and faithfully carries out in the executive department of the Government the principles and policy of those who have chosen him, he should not be unmindful that our fellow-citizens who have differed with him in opinion are entitled to the full and free exercise of their opinions and judgments, and that the rights of all are entitled to respect and regard.
Discurso de posse (4 de março de 1845)