"A general dissolution of the principles and manners will more surely overthrow the liberties of America than the whole force of the common enemy.... While the people are virtuous they cannot be subdued; but once they lose their virtue, they will be ready to surrender their liberties to the first external or internal invader.... If virtue and knowledge are diffused among the people, they will never be enslaved. This will be their great security."
"If ye love wealth greater than liberty, the tranquility of servitude greater than the animating contest for freedom, go home from us in peace. We seek not your councel, nor your arms. Crouch down and lick the hand that feeds you. May your chains set lightly upon you; and may posterity forget that ye were our countrymen."Samuel Adams
I love the potential of the English language.
If I catch myself saying "like" one more time.....
1 comment:
Jana,
I enjoy your comments and insight. I appreciate our concern with our political situation. I wish so many people weren't so apathetic. I've taken a few minutes to check out some of your links. I realize the blogs are from a select group, but it still gives me hope for humanity. People are amazing.
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