Thomas Paine “'Tis the business of little minds to shrink; but he whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves his conduct, will pursue his principles unto death.” Thomas Paine Topics:Death View all quotes by Thomas Paine →
“Government, even in its best state, is but a necessary evil; in its worst state, an intolerable one.” Thomas Paine
“Arms discourage and keep the invader and plunderer in awe, and preserve order in the world as well as property... Horrid mischief would ensue were the law-abiding deprived of the use of them.” Thomas Paine
