Thomas Jefferson

Merchants have no country. The mere spot they stand on does not constitute so strong an attachment as that from read more

Merchants have no country. The mere spot they stand on does not constitute so strong an attachment as that from which they draw their gains.

I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than standing armies.

I believe that banking institutions are more dangerous to our liberties than standing armies.

I place economy among the first and most important virtues, and public debt as the greatest of dangers ... We read more

I place economy among the first and most important virtues, and public debt as the greatest of dangers ... We must make our choice between economy and liberty, or profusion and servitude. If we can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the.

It is neither wealth nor splendor; but tranquillity and occupation which give happiness.

It is neither wealth nor splendor; but tranquillity and occupation which give happiness.

I find that the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure read more

I find that the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure of much praise.