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First Principles: The Branches of Our Government Are Co-Equal
“I acknowledge, in the ordinary course of government, that the exposition of the laws and Constitution devolves upon the judicial. But I beg to know upon what principle it can be contended that any one department draws from the Constitution … Continue reading
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First Principles: It Is The Duty of All Nations To Acknowledge the Providence of God With Gratitude and Obedience
“It is the duty of all Nations to acknowledge the providence of Almighty God, to obey his will, to be grateful for his benefits, and humbly to implore his protection and favors.” – George Washington (1789)
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First Principles: We Cannot Count On Moderation Or Hope To Quell the Ambitions of Others
“Let us recollect that peace or war will not always be left to our option; that however moderate or unambitious we may be, we cannot count upon the moderation, or hope to extinguish the ambition of others.” – Alexander Hamilton … Continue reading
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First Principles: Act Worthy Of Yourselves
“Our country is in danger, but not to be despaired of. Our enemies are numerous and powerful; but we have many friends, determining to be free, and heaven and earth will aid the resolution. On you depend the fortunes of … Continue reading
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First Principles: We Should Do All We Can To Elevate Our Children’s Minds and Character
“It should be your care, therefore, and mine, to elevate the minds of our children and exalt their courage; to accelerate and animate their industry and activity; to excite in them an habitual contempt of meanness, abhorrence of injustice and … Continue reading
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First Principles: Never Tell An Untruth
“It is of great importance to set a resolution, not to be shaken, never to tell an untruth. There is no vice so mean, so pitiful, so contemptible; and he who permits himself to tell a lie once, finds it … Continue reading
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First Principles: Heavy Taxation Reduces Consumption Which In Turn Reduces Revenue
“If duties are too high, they lessen the consumption; the collection is eluded; and the product to the treasury is not so great as when they are confined within proper and moderate bounds. This forms a complete barrier against any … Continue reading
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First Principles: Stability In Government Is Essential To National Character
“Stability in government is essential to national character and to the advantages annexed to it, as well as to that repose and confidence in the minds of the people, which are among the chief blessings of civil society.” – James … Continue reading
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First Principles: We Are Intended To A Nation Ruled By Law and Not Men
“They define a republic to be a government of laws, and not of men.” – John Adams
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First Principles: Personal Security and Private Property Rest On the Courts of Justice
“Personal security and private property rest entirely upon the wisdom, the stability, and the integrity of the courts of justice.” – Joseph Story (1833)
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