Promote then as an object of primary importance, Institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge. In proportion as the structure of a government gives force to public opinion, it is essential that public opinion should be enlightened.

I rejoice that liberty . . . now finds an asylum in the bosom of a regularly organized government; a government, which, being formed to secure happiness of the French people, corresponds with the ardent wishes of my heart, while it gratifies the pride of every citizen of the United States, by its resemblance to their own.

I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.

Example, whether it be good or bad, has a powerful influence.

To form a new Government, requires infinite care, and unbounded attention; for if the foundation is badly laid the superstructure must be bad.

To rectify past blunders is impossible, but we might profit by the experience of them.

Take care of the waste on the farm and turn it into useful channels’ should be the slogan of every farmer.