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American Revolutionary Period50 quotes
A little rebellion now and then is a good thing. — Thomas Jefferson · 1787Indeed I tremble for my country when I reflect that God is just. — Thomas Jefferson · 1785A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. — James Madison · 1789Ambition must be made to counteract ambition. — James Madison · 1788Enlightened statesmen will not always be at the helm. — James Madison · 1787Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. — James Madison · 1789All 50 quotes →