But the mere circumstance of complexion cannot deprive them of the character of men.

To the press alone, chequered as it is with abuses, the world is indebted for all the triumphs which have been gained by reason and humanity over error and oppression.

It is the mutual duty of all to practice Christian forbearance, love, and charity toward each other.

Philosophy is common sense with big words.

To consider the degree of concord which ultimately prevailed as less than a miracle.

In a society under the forms of which the stronger faction can readily unite and oppress the weaker, anarchy may as truly be said to reign as in a state of nature.

if the people are to be our governors, they must arm themselves with knowledge.