"The constitutions of most of our
States assert that all power is inherent in the people; that they may exercise
it by themselves in all cases to which they think themselves competent, or they
may act by representatives, freely and equally chosen; that it is their right
and duty to be at all times armed; that they are entitled to freedom of person,
freedom of religion, freedom of property, and freedom of the press."
--Thomas Jefferson, Letter to John
Cartwright, 1824
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