“The power given by the Constitution to the Executive to interpose his veto is a high conservative power; but in my opinion it should never be exercised except in cases of clear violation of the Constitution, or manifest haste and want of consideration by Congress.”

About Zachary Taylor

Politician • American

Zachary Taylor was an American military leader who served as the 12th president of the United States from 1849 until his death in 1850. Taylor rose to the rank of major general in the U.S. Army, leading American troops...