Benjamin F. Wade Quotes

Sir, I am no sycophant or worshipper of power anywhere.

You can never conquer us, we will die first.

As a Senator I am opposed to duelling. As Ben. Wade, I recognize the code.

I am amazed at the facility with which some men follow in the wake of slavery.

I may fall here in the Senate chamber, but I will. never make any compromise with any such men.

The humiliation of the North is complete and overwhelming.

Well, what are you going to do about it?

But, sir, I shall take the path of duty and shall not swerve from it.

I am not unaware how unpopular on this floor are the sentiments I am about to advocate.