He that would make his own liberty secure, must guard even his enemy from opposition; for if he violates this duty he establishes a precedent that will reach himself. – Thomas Paine
Those who want to reap the benefits of this great nation must bear the fatigue of supporting it. – Thomas Paine
Our citizenship in the United States is our national character. Our citizenship in any particular state is only our local distinction. By the latter we are known at home, by the former to the world. Our great title is AMERICANS — our inferior one varies with the place. – Thomas Paine
But such is the irresistable nature of truth, that all it asks, and all it wants is the liberty of appearing. – Thomas Paine