A habitual disuse of physical forces totally destroys the moral; and men lose at once the power of protecting themselves, and of discerning the cause of their oppression.
– Joel Barlow
How could you fear a dearth? Have not mankind tho' slain by millions, millions left behind?
– Joel Barlow
I sing the sweets I know, the charms I feel, my morning incense, and my evening meal, the sweets of hasty pudding.
– Joel Barlow
It is because the people are citizens that they are with safety armed.
– Joel Barlow
There are many advantages in their being accustomed to the use of arms, and no possible disadvantage.