As labor creates the wealth of the country, we demand the passage of such laws as may be necessary to protect it in all its rights. — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
The doctrine that might makes right has covered the earth with misery. While it crushes the weak, it also destroys the strong. Every deceit,… — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
As labor creates the wealth of the country, we demand the passage of such laws as may be necessary to protect it in all… — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
You ask whether a woman should be paid the same wages as man when she does the same work? To this, there can be… — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
Freedom of thought and freedom of speech in our great institutions are absolutely necessary for the preservation of our country. The moment either is… — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
No man's ambitions (have) a right to stand in the way of performing a simple act of justice. — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
Justice, not expedience, must be the guiding light. The orator must fix his eye on the polestar of justice, and plough straight thither. The… — John Peter Altgeld Copy Share Image
