A democracy cannot function effectively when its constituent members believe laws are being bought and sold.

The level of discourse reaching a mailbox simply cannot be limited to that which would be suitable for a sandbox.

I am aware that many object to the severity of my language; but is there not cause for severity? I will be as harsh as truth, and as uncompromising as justice. On this subject, I do not wish to think, or to speak, or write, with moderation. ... I am in earnest - I will not equivocate - I will not excuse - I will not retreat a single inch - AND I WILL BE HEARD.

The government must pursue a course of complete neutrality toward religion.

The graphic emphasis placed on those first lines is rather hard to square with the proposition that the monument expresses no particular religious preference.

A democracy cannot function effectively when its constituent members believe laws are being bought and sold.

It is not our job to apply laws that have not yet been written.