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I am conscious that an equal division of property is impracticable. But the consequences of this enormous inequality [in Europe] producing so much mis...more

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There is nothing more unequal than the equal treatment of unequal people.

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Equal and exact justice to all men, of whatever state or persuasion.

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We hold these truths to be self-evident: that all men are created equal that they are endowed by their Creator with inalienable rights that among th...more

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The legitimate powers of government extend to such acts only as are injurious to others. It does me no injury for my neighbor to say there are twenty ...more

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I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of...more

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No body wishes more than I do to see such proofs as you exhibit, that nature has given to our black brethren, talents equal to those of the other colo...more

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But every difference of opinion is not a difference of principle.