Elbridge Gerry Quotes

1744–1814

Elbridge Thomas Gerry (pronounced /ˈɡɛri/) (July 17, 1744 – November 23, 1814) was an American statesman and diplomat, and vice president of the United States of America, serving under James Madison.

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The evils we experience flow from the excess of democracy. The people do not want virtue, but are the dupes of pretended patriots.

A standing army is like a standing member. It's an excellent assurance of domestic tranquility, but a dangerous temptation to foreign adventure.

Constitutional Convention (1787)

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