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Quote by Thomas Jefferson
One loves to possess arms, though they hope never to have occasion

One loves to possess arms, though they hope never to have occasion for them. – Thomas Jefferson

Other quotes by Thomas Jefferson

I hope we shall crush in its birth the aristocracy of our monied corporations which dare already to challenge our government to a trial by strength, and bid defiance to the laws of our country. – Thomas Jefferson

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Difference of opinion is advantageous in religion. The several sects perform the office of a Censor – over each other. – Thomas Jefferson

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I do not at all have the mind of a bully… in my mind bullies are intolerant of contrary opinion, domineering and rather cowardly. I would hope that none of those terms could be fairly used in describing me. – Conrad Black

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As long as we can tell stories about our ability to survive, the more we will hope, not self-destruct. – Christina Ricci

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Hope is the only universal liar who never loses his reputation for veracity. – Robert G. Ingersoll

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Hope is the feeling that the feeling you have isnt permanent. – Jean Kerr

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