Nothing is easier than self-deceit. For what each man wishes, that he also believes to be true. Demosthenes
There is one safeguard known generally to the wise, which is an advantage and security to all, but especially to democracies as against despots – suspicion. Demosthenes
All speech is vain and empty unless it be accompanied by action. Demosthenes
Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises. Demosthenes
No man who is not willing to help himself has any right to apply to his friends, or to the gods. Demosthenes
Every dictator is an enemy of freedom, an opponent of law. Demosthenes