From the political point of view there is but a single principle,— the sovereignty of man over himself. This sovereignty of one's self over one's self is called Liberty.But in this association there is no abdication.The common right is nothing more or less than the protection of all, pouring its rays on each. This protection of each by all, is Fraternity.It is, civilly, all aptitudes having equal opportunity; politically, all votes having equal weight; religiously, all consciences having equal rights.
Albert Pike