The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection.
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Thomas Paine Quote
“Arms discourage and keep the invader and plunderer in awe, and preserve order in the world as well as property... Horrid mischief would ensue were the law-abiding deprived of the use of them.”
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