In no instance have... the churches been guardians of the liberties of the people.
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Whenever a youth is ascertained to possess talents meriting an education which his parents cannot afford, he should be carried forward at the public expense.
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Union of religious sentiments begets a surprising confidence.
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The principles and modes of governments are too important to be disregarded by an inquisitive mind and I think are well worthy a critical examination by all students that have health and leisure
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The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty.
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