Nothing but good can result from an exchange of information and opinions between those whose circumstances and morals admit no doubt of the integrity of their views.

Principle will, in... most... cases open the way for us to correct conclusion.

The spirit of this country is totally adverse to a large military force.

The constitutions of most of our States assert that all power is inherent in the people; that... it is their right and duty to be at all times armed.

The rational and peaceable instrument of reform, the suffrage of the people.

That paper money has some advantages is admitted. But that its abuses also are inevitable and, by breaking up the measure of value, makes a lottery of all private property, cannot be denied.

Every man's reason is his own rightful umpire. This principle, with that of acquiescence in the will of the majority, will preserve us free and prosperous as long as they are sacredly observed.