A new book is like a friend that I have yet to meet

I believe the declaration that ‘all men are created equal’ is the great fundamental principle upon which our free institutions rest.

But the proclamation, as law, either is valid, or is not valid. If it is not valid, it needs no retraction. If it is valid, it can not be retracted, any more than the dead can be brought to life.

Whenever there is a conflict between human rights and property rights, human rights must prevail.

Never stir up litigation. A worse man can scarcely be found than one who does this.

Quarrel not at all. No man resolved to make the most of himself can spare time for personal contention.

You are green, it is true; but they are green also. You are all green alike.