"Philosophy is common sense with big words."

"A pure democracy is a society consisting of a small number of citizens, who assemble and administer the government in person."

"In framing a government which is to be administered by men over men you must first enable the government to control the governed; and in the next place oblige it to control itself."

"A man has a property in his opinions and the free communication of them."

"If once you forfeit the confidence of your fellow-citizens, you can never regain their respect and esteem."

"Trust is not the same as faith. A friend is someone you trust. Putting faith in anyone is a mistake."

"Action is a great restorer and builder of confidence. Inaction is not only the result, but the cause, of fear. Perhaps the action you take will be successful perhaps different action or adjustments will have to follow. But any action is better than no action at all."

"Forgiveness is like faith. You have to keep reviving it."