Love of the republic in a democracy, is a love of the democracy; love of the democracy is that of equality. Love of the democracy is likewise that of frugality.
Baron de MontesquieuWhen one wants to change manners and customs, one should not do so by changing the laws.
Baron de MontesquieuThere is as yet no liberty if the power of judging be not separated from legislative power and the executrix
Baron de Montesquieu