Quotes from authors passed in 1826
The Hebrews have done more to civilize men than any other nation. If I were an atheist, and believed blind eternal fate, I should still believe that fate had ordained the Jews to be the most essential instrument for civilizing the nations.
John Adams
No freeman shall be debarred the use of arms.
Thomas Jefferson
There are two educations. One should teach us how to make a living and the other how to live.
John Adams
I predict future happiness for Americans if they can prevent the government from wasting the labors of the people under the pretense of taking care of them.
Thomas Jefferson
When angry count to ten before you speak. If very angry, count to one hundred.
Thomas Jefferson
Paul Tagliabue 
Jean Nouvel 
Jacques Santer 
Melvil Dewey 
Pat Buchanan 
William Pennington 
Pat Riley 
Wolfgang Petersen