Thomas Jefferson

My reading of history convinces me that most bad government results from too much government.

Thomas Jefferson

My theory has always been, that if we are to dream, the flatteries of hope are as cheap, and pleasanter, than the gloom of despair.

Thomas Jefferson

Nature intended me for the tranquil pursuits of science by rendering them my supreme delight.

Thomas Jefferson

Never buy what you do not want, because it is cheap; it will be dear to you.

Thomas Jefferson

No free man shall ever be debarred the use of arms.

Thomas Jefferson

No generation has a right to contract debts greater than can be paid off during the course of its own existence.

Thomas Jefferson

No government ought to be without censors; and where the press is free no one ever will.

Thomas Jefferson

No instance exists of a person’s writing two languages perfectly. That will always appear to be his native language which was most familiar to him in his youth.

Thomas Jefferson

No man shall be compelled to frequent or support any religious worship, place, or ministry whatsoever.

Thomas Jefferson

No people who are ignorant can be truly free.

Thomas Jefferson