"Our streets are filled with armed men; our harbor is crowded with ships of war; but these cannot intimidate us; our liberty must be preserved it is far dearer than life. No longer could we reflect, with generous pride, on the heroic actions of our American forefathers . . . . if we, but for a moment entertain the thought of giving up our liberty. Our country is in danger, but not to be despaired of. Our enemies are numerous and powerful; but we have many friends determining to be free, and heave"

"It is certainly true that a popular government cannot flourish without virtue in the people."

" Without courage we cannot practice any other virtue with consistency. We can't be kind, true, merciful, generous, or honest."