Lasting

"The only foundation of a free Constitution, is pure Virtue, and if this cannot be inspired into our People, in a great Measure, than they have it now. They may change their Rulers, and the forms of Government, but they will not obtain a lasting Liberty. "
--John Adams (1735-1826)
Founding Father, 2nd US President
Source: John Adams, letter to Zabdiel Adams, June 21, 1776