It is easier to find people fit to govern themselves than people fit to govern others.
The one pervading evil of democracy is the tyranny of the majority.
Piety sometimes gives birth to scruples, and faith to superstition, when they are not directed by wisdom and knowledge.
The mills of God grind slowly.
The passion for power over others can never cease to threaten mankind, and is always sure of finding new and unforseen allies in continuing its martyrology.
Liberty is the prevention of control by others.