Rutherford B. Hayes quotes
Rutherford B. Hayes was the 19th president of the United States and a politician from Ohio. His presidency is remembered for ending Reconstruction and attempting to reconcile divisions following the Civil War. He advocated for civil service reform and worked to restore trust in the government. Here are 106 of his quotes:
We all agree that neither the Government nor political parties ought to interfere with religious sects. It is equally true that religious sects ought not to interfere with the Government or with political parties. We believe that the cause of good government and the cause of religion both suffer by all such interference.
Rutherford B. Hayes
My only objection to the arrangements there is the two-in-a-bed system. It is bad.... But let your words and conduct be perfectly pure - such as your mother might know without bringing a blush to your cheek.... If not already mentioned, do not tell your mother of the doubling in bed.
Rutherford B. Hayes
There can be no complete and permanent reform of the civil service until public opinion emancipates congressmen from all control and influence over government patronage. Legislation is required to establish the reform. No proper legislation is to be expected as long as members of Congress are engaged in procuring offices for their constituents.
Rutherford B. Hayes
Rutherford B. Hayes
Occupation: American President
Born: October 4, 1822
Died: January 17, 1893
Quotes count: 106
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