Alexander Hamilton:
The people are turbulent and changing; they seldom judge or determine right. Give therefore to the first class a distinct permanent share in the government... Can a democratic assembly who annually revolve in the mass of the people be supposed steadily to pursue the public good?

James Freeman Clarke quotes

A politician thinks of the next election. A statesman, of the next generation.
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All the strength and force of man comes from his faith in things unseen. He who believes is strong; he who doubts is weak. Strong convictions precede great actions.
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Conscience is the root of all true courage; if a man would be brave let him obey his conscience.
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I can do small things in a great way.
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Never hurry. Take plenty of exercise. Always be cheerful. Take all the sleep you need. You may expect to be well.
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See to do good, and you will find that happiness will run after you.
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Strong convictions precede great actions.
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We are either progressing or retrograding all the while. There is no such thing as remaining stationary in this life.
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