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"It is much to be wished that slavery may be abolished. The honour
of the States, as well as justice and humanity, in my opinion,
loudly call upon them to emancipate these unhappy people. To
contend for our own liberty, and to deny that blessing to others,
involves an inconsistency not to be excused."

-- John Jay (letter to R. Lushington, 15 March 1786)

Reference: Our Sacred Honor, Bennett (352)

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Founders' Quote Daily

"Guard with jealous attention the public liberty. Suspect every one
who approaches that jewel. Unfortunately, nothing will preserve
it but downright force. Whenever you give up that force, you are
inevitably ruined."

-- Patrick Henry (speech in the Virginia Ratifying Convention,
5 June 1778)

Reference: The Debates of the Several State..., Elliot, vol. 3 (45)

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Founders' Quote Daily

"Promote then as an object of primary importance, Institutions
for the general diffusion of knowledge. In proportion as the
structure of a government gives force to public opinion, it is
essential that public opinion should be enlightened. "

-- George Washington (Farewell Address, 19 September 1796)

Reference: George Washington: A Collection, W.B. Allen, ed. (522)

(Boy, we could sure use more men of wisdom like Mr. Washington!)