"The right of self-government does not comprehend..." - Quote by Thomas Jefferson

“If ignorance is bliss, why aren't more people happy?”

“The more a subject is understood, the more briefly it may be explained.”

“We need a revolution every 20 years just to keep government honest.”

“Nonviolent attainment of self-government presupposes a non-violent control over the violent elements in the country.”

“The basis of self-government and freedom requires the development of character and self-restraint and perseverance and the long view. And these are qualities which require many years of training and education.”

“The issue today is the same as it has been throughout all history, whether man shall be allowed to govern himself or be ruled by a small elite.”

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

“So the question rises: How much liberty can you get away with? Well, you get no more liberty than you give!”

“I'm not a liberal, by the way.I believe I have every right to have guns. I just bought another huge weapon. A lot of people shouldn't own guns. I should. I have a safety record. Guns are a lot of fun out here.”