Eloquence of the United States, Volumen5E. & H. Clark, 1827 |
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... passed for raising a tax , that law can originate only in the demo- cratic branch , which is the house of commons in Bri- tain , and the house of representatives here . The reason is obvious : they and their constituents are to pay much ...
... passed for raising a tax , that law can originate only in the demo- cratic branch , which is the house of commons in Bri- tain , and the house of representatives here . The reason is obvious : they and their constituents are to pay much ...
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... passed the Rubicon ; with such as these , he humbled mighty Rome , and forced the mistress of the world to own a master in a traitor . These are the men whom scepter- ed robbers now employ to frustrate the designs of God , and render ...
... passed the Rubicon ; with such as these , he humbled mighty Rome , and forced the mistress of the world to own a master in a traitor . These are the men whom scepter- ed robbers now employ to frustrate the designs of God , and render ...
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... passed whilst Britain and America rejoiced in the prosperity and greatness of each other . Heaven grant those halcyon days may soon return ! But now the Briton too often looks on the American with an envious eye , taught to consider his ...
... passed whilst Britain and America rejoiced in the prosperity and greatness of each other . Heaven grant those halcyon days may soon return ! But now the Briton too often looks on the American with an envious eye , taught to consider his ...
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... passed before the year 1763 , trusting , nevertheless , in the equity and justice of parliament , that such of them as , upon cool and impartial consideration , shall appear to have imposed unnecessary or grievous re- strictions , will ...
... passed before the year 1763 , trusting , nevertheless , in the equity and justice of parliament , that such of them as , upon cool and impartial consideration , shall appear to have imposed unnecessary or grievous re- strictions , will ...
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... passed the meridian of life , it is from you , ye venerable asserters of the rights of mankind , that we are to be informed , what were the feelings which swayed within your breasts and impell- ed you to action , when , like the ...
... passed the meridian of life , it is from you , ye venerable asserters of the rights of mankind , that we are to be informed , what were the feelings which swayed within your breasts and impell- ed you to action , when , like the ...
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Página 111 - The unity of government, which constitutes you one people, is also now dear to you. It is justly so, for it is a main pillar in the edifice of your real independence, the support of your tranquillity at home, your peace abroad, of your safety, of your prosperity, of that very liberty which you so highly prize.
Página 61 - But there is no peace! The war is actually begun! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why stand we here idle? What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me — give me liberty, or give me death!
Página 395 - Sink or swim, live or die, survive or perish, I give my hand and my heart to this vote.
Página 398 - Sir, before God, I believe the hour is come. My judgment approves this measure, and my whole heart is in it. All that I have, and all that I am, and all that I hope, in this life, I am now ready here to stake upon it ; and I leave off as I begun, that live or die, survive or perish, I am for the Declaration.
Página 501 - HERE WAS BURIED THOMAS JEFFERSON AUTHOR OF THE DECLARATION OF AMERICAN INDEPENDENCE, OF THE STATUTE OF VIRGINIA FOR RELIGIOUS FREEDOM, AND FATHER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA: because by these, as testimonials that I have lived, I wish most to be remembered.
Página 119 - It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule indeed extends with more or less force to every species of free government. Who that is a sincere friend to it can look with indifference upon attempts to shake the foundation of the fabric ? Promote, then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge.
Página 111 - The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discriminations. With slight shades of difference, you have the same religion, manners, habits, and political principles.
Página 124 - Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest. But even our commercial policy should hold an equal and impartial hand, neither seeking nor granting exclusive favors or preferences; consulting the natural course of things; diffusing and diversifying by gentle means the streams of commerce, but forcing nothing...
Página 111 - Citizens, by birth or choice, of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections. The name of American, which belongs to you in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of patriotism more than any appellation derived from local discriminations.
Página 122 - ... of a virtuous sense of obligation, a commendable deference for public opinion, or a laudable zeal for public good, the base or foolish compliances of ambition, corruption, or infatuation. As avenues to foreign influence, in innumerable ways, such attachments are particularly alarming to the truly enlightened and independent patriot. How many opportunities do they afford to tamper with domestic factions, to practice the arts of seduction, to mislead public opinion, to influence or awe the public...