Albert Gallatin
1761 - 1849
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Biography
Albert Gallatin was a Swiss-American politician, diplomat, and ethnologist. He served as the United States Secretary of the Treasury under Presidents Thomas Jefferson and James Madison. Gallatin was instrumental in shaping American fiscal policy, advocating for low tariffs, reduced public debt, and prudent financial management. He also played a key role in negotiating the Treaty of Ghent, which ended the War of 1812 between the United States and Britain.
Famous Quotes (5)
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I am a citizen of the world.
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Give all the power to the many, they will oppress the few. Give all the power to the few, they will oppress the many.
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The whole art of government consists in finding the proper means of preventing the people from growing too wise, too wicked, or too idle.
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Peace is the best time for improvement and preparation of every kind; it is in peace that our commerce flourishes most, that taxes are most easily paid, and that the revenue is most productive.
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Let us not be afraid to speculate, if we are determined to succeed.