Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. Experience has taught us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession, and when the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.

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Honesty is always the best policy.

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It is impossible to govern the world without God. It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the Providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits and humbly implore his protection and favor.

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The last official act of any government is to loot the treasury.

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Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains taken to bring it to light.

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There is no practice more dangerous than that of borrowing money

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A pack of jackasses led by a lion is superior to a pack of lions led by a jackass.

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The power under the Constitution will always be in the people.

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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.

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When there is no vision, there is no hope.

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