Clergyman's

If life, liberty, and property could be enjoyed in as great perfection in solitude as in society, there would be no need of government.
- James Otis Jr.

If life, liberty, and property could be enjoyed in as great perfection in solitude as in society, there would be no need of government.
- James Otis Jr.

The end of the government being the good of mankind points out its great duties: it is above all things to provide for the security, the quiet, the happy enjoyment of life, liberty, and property.
- James Otis Jr.

Now, one of the most essential branches of English liberty is the freedom of one's house. A man's house is his castle; and whilst he is quiet, he is as well guarded as a prince in his castle.
- James Otis Jr.

Now, one of the most essential branches of English liberty is the freedom of one's house. A man's house is his castle; and whilst he is quiet, he is as well guarded as a prince in his castle.
- James Otis Jr.

Taxation without representation is tyranny.
- James Otis Jr.

Taxes are not to be laid on the people but by their consent in person or by deputation.
- James Otis Jr.

ALL PRECEDENTS ARE UNDER THE CONTROUL OF THE PRINCIPLES OF THE LAW … No Acts of Parliament can establish such a writ : … it would be void, ""AN ACT AGAINST THE CONSTITUTION IS VOID."" Vid. Viner. But … special writs may be granted on oath and probable suspicion.
- James Otis Jr.

Kingcraft and priestcraft have fell out so often, that 'tis a wonder this grand and ancient alliance is not broken off forever. Happy for mankind will it be when such a separation shall take place.
- James Otis Jr.