James Madison

"The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty."

"Philosophy is common sense with big words."

"The purpose of separation of church and state is to keep forever from these shores the ceaseless strife that has soaked the soil of Europe in blood for centuries.[Letter objecting to the use of government land for churches, 1803]"

"The happy Union of these States is a wonder; their Constitution a miracle; their example the hope of Liberty throughout the world."

"The advancement and diffusion of knowledge is the only guardian of true liberty."