Democracies have been, and governments called, free; but the spirit of independence and the consciousness of unalienable rights, were never before transfused into the minds of a whole people....The feeling of equality which they proudly cherish does not proceed from an ignorance of their station, but from the knowledge of their rights; and it is this knowledge which will render it so exceedingly difficult for any tyrant ever to triumph over the liberties of our country.
Sarah Josepha HaleIt requires but a few threads of hope, for the heart that is skilled in the secret, to weave a web of happiness.
Sarah Josepha HaleAmericans have two ardent passions; the love of liberty, and love of distinction.
Sarah Josepha Hale