The worst crimes were dared by a few, willed by more and tolerated by all.
So true is it that all transactions of preeminent importance are wrapt in doubt and obscurity; while some hold for certain facts the most precarious hearsays, others turn facts into falsehood; and both are exaggerated by posterity.
The desire of glory is the last infirmity cast off even by the wise.
They terrify lest they should fear.
Liberty is given by nature even to mute animals.
In stirring up tumult and strife, the worst men can do the most, but peace and quiet cannot be established without virtue.