I am faithfully devoted to the Republic but will not serve it at the expense of my conscience and my honor.Toussaint Louverture
We now occupy the proud attitude of a sovereign and independent Republic, which will impose upon us the obligation of evincing to the world that we are worthy to be free. This will only be accomplished by wise legislation, the maintenance of our integrity, and the faithful and just redemption of our plighted faith wherever it has been pledged.Sam Houston