If the federal constitution is to be construed so far in connection with the state constitutions, as to leave the trial by jury in civil causes, for instance, secured; on the same principles it would have left the trial by jury in criminal causes, the benefits of the writ of habeas corpus, etc. secured; they all stand on the same footing; they are the common rights of Americans, and have been recognized by the state constitutions.
Richard Henry LeeTo say that a bad government must be established for fear of anarchy is really saying that we should kill ourselves for fear of dying.
Richard Henry LeeThe first maxim of a man who loves liberty, should be never to grant to rulers an atom of power that is not most clearly and indispensably necessary for the safety and well being of society.
Richard Henry LeeIf Parliament may take from me one shilling in the pound, what security have I for the other nineteen?
Richard Henry Lee