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Thomas Jefferson Quotes

«Common sense is the foundation of all authorities, of the laws themselves, and of their construction.»
«Were we to act but in cases where no contrary opinion of a lawyer can be had, we should never act»
«I have the consolation to reflect that during the period of my administration not a drop of the blood of a single fellow citizen was shed by the sword of war or of the law»
«Never suppose that in any possible situation or under any circumstances that it is best for you to do a dishonorable thing however slightly so it may appear to you. Encourage all your virtuous dispositions, and exercise them whenever an opportunity a»
«I agree with you that it is the duty of every good citizen to use all the opportunities, which occur to him, for preserving documents relating to the history of our country.»
«Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason, than that of blind-folded fear.»
«Fix reason firmly in her seat, and call to her tribunal every fact, every opinion. Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason, than that of blindfolded fear.»
«Our liberty depends on the freedom of the press, and that cannot be limited without being lost.»
«Banking establishments are more dangerous than standing armies.»
«Nothing gives a person so much advantage over another as to remain always cool and unruffled under all circumstances.»