“A large portion of our citizens, who will not believe, even on the evidence of facts, that any public evils exist, or are impending. They deride the apprehensions of those who foresee, that licentiousness will prove, as it ever has proved, fatal to liberty.”
Quote by Fisher Ames
Work
Works of Fisher Ames: With a Selection from His Speeches and Correspondence
The Works of Fisher Ames: With a Selection from His Speeches and Correspondence is a compilation of the writings of Fisher Ames, a significant figure in the early history of the United States. The book presents a curated selection of Ames' speeches and personal correspondence, offering a glimpse into his political thought and his role in shaping American political discourse. The speeches reflect Ames' advocacy for individual rights and his opposition to tyranny, while the correspondence provides a personal perspective on his political activities and personal relationships. more
Author
Fisher Ames
Fisher Ames was a significant figure in the early history of the United States, serving as a Representative from Massachusetts. He was instrumental in drafting the United States Constitution and the Bill of Rights. Ames was born on April 9, 1758, and died on July 4, 1808. more