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The Constitution be never construed to authorize Congress to infringe the just liberty of the press, or the rights of conscience or to prevent the people of the United States, who are peaceable citizens, from keeping their own arms.
Samuel Adams
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Samuel Adams
Age: 81 †
Born: 1722
Born: September 27
Died: 1803
Died: October 2
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The necessity of the times, more than ever, calls for our utmost circumspection, deliberation, fortitude, and perseverance.
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If we suffer tamely a lawless attack upon our liberty, we encourage it, and involve others in our doom.
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I thank God that I have lived to see my country independent and free. She may long enjoy her independence and freedom if she will. It depends on her virtue.
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