John Adams

Alexander Hamilton:
Let us not forget there are those in our own country, sir, who would prefer secession to our continued Union. If they should be so bold as to act on their threats, in the event, say, of a French victory, we must be prepared to bring the renegades back into the fold by force if necessary.

John Adams:
Never in my life have I heard a man speak more like a fool. Your actions, Mr. Hamilton, would precipitate the very thing that you pretend to protect against; the dissolution of this nation. May I inform you as well, sir, that I am in possession of intelligence that confirms that we are as likely to see a French army on these shores as we are on the moon! You dream of empire, Mr. Hamilton!

Alexander Hamilton:
You question my loyalty, sir?

John Adams:
Oh, no, Mr. Hamilton, I question your sanity. [voice rising] Now either you are stark raving mad, or I am! Good day, sir!