"A share in the sovereignty of the..." - Quote by Thomas Jefferson
A share in the sovereignty of the state, which is exercised by the citizens at large, in voting at elections is one of the most important rights of the subject, and in a republic ought to stand foremost in the estimation of the law.
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“We wish the happiness and prosperity of every nation.”
“God forbid we should ever be twenty years without such a rebellion... We have had thirteen States independent for eleven years. There has been one rebellion. That comes to one rebellion in a century and a half, for each State. What country before ever existed a century and a half without a rebellion.”
“I never before knew the full value of trees. Under them I breakfast, dine, write, read and receive my company.”
More on Citizenship
“... any citizen should be willing to give all that he has to give his country in work or sacrifice in times of crisis.”
“A country is as strong, really, as its citizens. And I think that mental and physical health - mental and physical vigor - go hand in hand.”
“Cultivators of the earth are the most virtuous and independent citizens.”