"I am of the opinion that the individual who takes no part in public affairs is not to be regarded as a harmless, but as a useless character."

"Indeed, if I have any superiority, it is this: that I am better able than others to discern what is to be done, and to explain it."

"For we are a model to others, not imitators."

"For the love of honor is the only thing that does not grow old."

"For we are a democracy, and our laws are equal to all alike in their private disputes."