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“But differ greatly in the sequel.” --Fisher Ames, when confronted with the declaration that all men are created equal

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Fisher Ames (April 19, 1758 – July 4, 1808) was a Representative in the United States Congress from the 1st Congressional District of Massachusetts. He was an important leader of the Federalist Party in the House, and was noted for his oratorical skill.

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It was said by Fisher Ames that “falsehood proceeds from Maine to Georgia, while truth is pulling on his boots”.

The gentleman puts me in mind of an old hen which persists in setting after her eggs are taken away.

I consider biennial elections as a security that the sober, second thought of the people shall be law.

“But differ greatly in the sequel.” --Fisher Ames, when confronted with the declaration that all men are created equal - Fisher Ames

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