He that rebels against reason is a real rebel, but he that in defence of reason rebels against tyranny has a better title to Defender of the Faith, than George the Third. – Thomas Paine
One good schoolmaster is of more use than a hundred priests. – Thomas Paine
Suspicion is the companion of mean souls, and the bane of all good society. – Thomas Paine
It is error only, and not truth, that shrinks from inquiry. – Thomas Paine
If I were a capitalist I would not give my employees health insurance with no deductible, which I do, including dental, and paid pregnancy leave. Thats not called capitalism, thats called being a Christian and someone who believes in democracy, so that everyone should get a fair slice of the pie. – Michael Moore