We own your body. The farmers voted to be able to grow tobacco, but not even to study hemp. The doctors humbly asked to be allowed to discuss medical marijuana, but do not protest the arrest of their patients. The business lobbies acquiesce to the seizure of property without cause. The unions let their members lose control of their bodily functions.
Nothing can make it right to persecute the sick and dying for their choice of medications.
Jefferson's voice was but one of many among the founders who said that slavery was a mortal sin and mortal threat to America. Now listen carefully. Oh, some demur demurely, but none will cry out. None will stand in solidarity with those who cannot stand. But this does not mean that evil will win.