Religion is the only solid Base of morals and that Morals are the only possible Support of free governments.
Gouverneur MorrisHe asks how the evil is to be remedied. I tell him that there seems to be little chance for avoiding the extremes of despotism or anarchy; that the only ground of hope must be the morals of the people, but that these are, I fear, too corrupt.
Gouverneur MorrisThe trial of Zenger in 1735 was the germ of American freedom, the morning star of that liberty which subsequently revolutionized America.
Gouverneur MorrisGive the vote to the people who have no property, and they will sell them to the rich, who will be able to buy them.
Gouverneur MorrisThe education of young citizens ought to form them to good manners, to accustom them to labor, to inspire them with a love of order, and to impress them with respect for. lawful authority. Religion is the only solid basis of good morals; therefore education should teach the precepts of religion, and the duties of man towards God.
Gouverneur Morris