The Constitution is a mere thing of wax in the hands of the judiciary, which they may twist and shape into any form they please.

The declaration that religious faith shall be unpunished does not give immunity to criminal acts dictated by religious error.

Circumstances sometimes require, that rights the most unquestionable should be advanced with delicacy.

The legislative powers of government reach actions only and not opinions.

The ordinary affairs of a nation offer little difficulty to a person of any experience.

It will be said that great societies cannot exist without government.

The genuine and simple religion of Jesus will one day be restored: such as it was preached and practiced by Himself.