“The augmentation of slaves weakens the states; and such a trade is diabolical in itself, and disgraceful to mankind.”

“To disarm the people is the best and most effectual way to enslave them..." -George Mason”

“To disarm the people--that was the best and most effective way to enslave them.”

“There is a Passion natural to the Mind of man, especially a free Man, which renders him impatient of Restraint.”

“We came equals into this world, and equals shall we go out of it.”

“It seemed odd no one had thought of it before but in general there is no accounting for the bovine stupidity of mankind.”

“Her head fell forward, her small nose hid itself in the collar of her dressing gown and at last she fell asleep.”