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John Adams Quotes: Whenever serious art loses track of its roots in the vernacular, then it begins to atrophy.
         

Whenever serious art loses track of its roots in the vernacular, then it begins to atrophy.


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There are two ways to conquer and enslave a country. One is by the sword. The other is by debt.



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Always stand on principle even if you stand alone.



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But a Constitution of Government once changed from Freedom, can never be restored. Liberty, once lost, is lost forever.



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Power always thinks... that it is doing God's service when it is violating all his laws.



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The jaws of power are always open to devour, and her arm is always stretched out, if possible, to destroy the freedom of thinking, speaking, and writing.



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