No man who is not willing to help himself has any right to apply to his friends, or to the Gods. — Demosthenes
The best protection for the people is not necessarily to believe everything people tell them. — Demosthenes
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 — Demosthenes