I am not one of those who think that the people are never in the wrong. They have been so, frequently and outrageously, both in other countries and in this. But I do say that in all disputes between them and their rulers, the presumption is at least upon a par in favour of the people.

Religion is among the most powerful causes of enthusiasm.

Politics ought to be adjusted not to human reasonings but to human nature, of which reason is but a part and by no means the greatest part.

To be struck with His power, it is only necessary to open our eyes.

Applaud us when we run, Console us when we fall, Cheer us when we recover.

The perfection of conversation is not to play a regular sonata, but, like the AEolian harp, to await the inspiration of the passing breeze.

A nation is not conquered which is perpetually to be conquered.