Government began in tyranny and force, began in the feudalism of the soldier and bigotry of the priest; and the ideas of justice and humanity have been fighting their way, like a thunderstorm, against the organized selfishness of human nature.

We live under a government of men and morning newspapers.

Revolutions never go backwards.

Boredom, after all, is a form of criticism.

Agitation prevents rebellion, keeps the peace, and secures progress. Every step she gains is gained forever. Muskets are the weapons of animals. Agitation is the atmosphere of the brains.

The best education in the world is that got by struggling to get a living.

The best use of good laws is to teach men to trample bad laws under their feet.