Parliaments are in all cases to declare what is good for the whole; but it is not the declaration of parliament that makes it so.
James OtisBut I think I can sincerely declare that I cheerfully submit myself to every odious name for conscience' sake; and from my soul I despise all those whose guilt, malice, or folly has made them my foes.
James OtisEvery one with this writ may be a tyrant in a legal manner, also may control, imprison, or murder any one within the realm.
James Otis