The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing.

We can often better help another by fanning a glimmer of goodness than by censuring his faults

It is ordained in the eternal constitution of things, that men of intemperate minds cannot be free. Their passions forge their fetters.

Free trade is not based on utility but on justice.

He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves, and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist is our helper.

He that wrestles with us strengthens our nerves and sharpens our skill. Our antagonist in our helper.