Henry Clay quotes - page 2

Courtesies of a small and trivial character are the ones which strike deepest in the grateful and appreciating heart. (Henry Clay)
Of all human powers operating on the affairs of mankind, none is greater than that of competition. View quote
Henry Clay
In a scheme of policy which is devised for a nation, we should not limit our views to its operation during a single year, or even for a short term of years. We should look at its operation for a considerable time, and in war as well as in peace. View quote
Henry Clay
It is the thing protected, not the instrument of protection, that involves you in war. View quote
Henry Clay