Our greatest enemies, the ones we must fight most often, are within.

A little matter will move a party, but it must be something great that moves a nation.

There are two distinct classes of men - those who pay taxes and those who receive and live upon taxes.

That which we obtain too easily, we esteem too lightly.

A nation under a well regulated government, should permit none to remain uninstructed. It is monarchical and aristocratical government only that requires ignorance for its support.

All the tales of miracles, with which the Old and New Testament are filled, are fit only for impostors to preach and fools to believe.

I fear not, I see not reason for fear. In the end we will be the victors. For though at times the flame of liberty may cease to shine, the ember will never expire.