The example of changing a constitution by assembling the wise men of the state, instead of assembling armies, will be worth as much to the world as the former examples we had give them. The constitution, too, which was the result of our deliberation, is unquestionably the wisest ever yet presented to men.
Thomas JeffersonThe information of the people at large can alone make them the safe as they are the sole depositary of our political and religious freedom.
Thomas JeffersonA little rebellion now and then... is a medicine necessary for the sound health of government.
Thomas Jefferson