[Avoid] likewise the accumulation of debt.

For it is fixed principle with me, that whatever is done should be done well.

But if the laws are to be so trampled upon with impunity, and a minority is to dictate to the majority, there is an end put at one stroke to republican government, and nothing but anarchy and confusion is to be expected thereafter.

Government being, among other purposes, instituted to protect the consciences of men from oppression, it certainly is the duty of Rulers, not only to abstain from it themselves, but according to their stations, to prevent it in others.

Be courteous to all, but personal with number of, and allow those couple be perfectly attempted ahead of you provide them with your self-assurance.

I go to the chair of government with feelings not unlike those of a culprit who is going to the place of his execution.

The Independence and Liberty you possess are the work of joint councils and joint efforts, of common dangers, sufferings and successes.