Why has government been instituted at all? Because the passions of men will not conform to the dictates of reason and justice, without constraint. – Alexander Hamilton
Little more can reasonably be aimed at, with respect to the people at large, than to have them properly armed and equipped. – Alexander Hamilton
There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism. – Alexander Hamilton
The voice of the people has been said to be the voice of God and, however generally this maxim has been quoted and believed, it is not true to fact. The people are turbulent and changing, they seldom judge or determine right. – Alexander Hamilton