If there is no sufficient reason for war, the war party will make war on one pretext, then invent another.

The will of the people shall be the law of the land

The principle of free speech is no new doctrine born of the Constitution of the United States. It is a heritage of English-speaking peoples, which has been won by incalculable sacrifice, and which they must preserve so long as they hope to live as free men.

Every nation has its war party. It is not the party of democracy. It is the party of autocracy. It seeks to dominate absolutely.

Publicity, discussion, and agitation are necessary to accomplish any work of lasting benefit.

In times of peace, the war party insists on making preparation for war. As soon as prepared for, it insists on making war.

If there is no sufficient reason for war, the war party will make war on one pretext, then invent another.