We are now to rank among the nations of the world; but whether our Independence shall prove a blessing or a curse must depend upon our own wisdom or folly, virtue or wickedness.... Justice and virtue are the vital principles of republican government.
George MasonHabituated from our Infancy to trample upon the Rights of Human Nature, every generous, every liberal Sentiment, if not extinguished, is enfeebled in our Minds.
George MasonThe freedom of the press is one of the great bulwarks of liberty, and can never be restrained but by despotic governments.
George MasonThe laws of nature are the laws of God, whose authority can be superseded by no power on earth.
George Mason