If a nation expects to be ignorant and free, in a state of civilization, it expects what never was and never will be. - Thomas Jefferson




The Tree of Liberty must be refreshed, from time to time, with the blood of patriots and tyrants. - Thomas Jefferson




It is neither wealth nor splendor but tranquility and occupation which give happiness. - Thomas Jefferson




Question with boldness even the existence of a God; because, if there be one, he must more approve of the homage of reason, then that of blindfolded fear. - Thomas Jefferson