I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.

Causes

A bad cause will never be supported by bad means and bad men.

Crisis

These are the times that try men's souls.

Freedom

Those who expect to reap the blessings of freedom must, like men, undergo the fatigue of supporting it.

Human Nature

Human nature is not of itself vicious.

Moderation

Moderation in temper is always a virtue; but moderation in principle is always a vice.

Obstacles

The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph. What we obtain too cheaply, we esteem too lightly; 'Tis dearness only that gives everything its value.

Questions

It is error only, and not truth, that shrinks from inquiry.

Suspicion

Suspicion is the companion of mean souls, and the bane of all good society.