Never ascribe to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity.
Our credulity is a part of the imperfection of our natures. It is inherent in us to desire to generalize, when we ought, on the contrary, to guard ourselves very carefully from this tendency.
It is rare that a legislature reasons. It is too quickly impassioned.
Among those who dislike oppression are many who like to oppress.
France has more need of me than I have need of France.
I saw the crown of France laying on the ground, so I picked it up with my sword.