The Constitution is a delusion and a snare if the weakest and humblest man in the land cannot be defended in his right to speak and his right to think as much as the strongest in the land.

Chase after the truth like all hell and you'll free yourself, even though you never touch its coat tails.

Do you think you can cure the hatreds and the maladjustments of the world by hanging them? You simply show your ignorance and your hate when you say it. You may here and there cure hatred with love and understanding, but you can only add fuel to the flames by cruelty and hate.

The purpose of life is to live it.

Liberty is the most jealous and exacting mistress that can beguile the brain and soul of man.

Most jury trials are contests between the rich and poor.

The purpose of man is like the purpose of a pollywog - to wiggle along as far as he can without dying; or, to hang to life until death takes him.