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Sep 18, 1796

A well-informed citizenry is essential to a functioning democracy.

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Sep 18, 1796

I hope that I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.

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Sep 18, 1796

I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.

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Sep 18, 1796

Justice is the constant and perpetual will to render every one his due.

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