Salmon P. Chase Quotes

A collection of quotes by Salmon P. Chase.

Salmon P. Chase (1808-1873) was an American politician and jurist. He served as the 6th Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court from 1864 to 1873. Prior to his time on the Supreme Court, Chase was a prominent abolitionist, lawyer, and politician. He played a significant role in shaping the nation's financial system as Secretary of the Treasury under President Abraham Lincoln. Chase's legal and political career left a lasting impact on American history, particularly in the realms of financial policy and civil rights.