“And if such a sentiment as this, should take place in the mind of the subject, there would be an end to all security what so ever.”

“But when innocence itself, is brought to the bar and condemned, especially to die, the subject will exclaim, it is immaterial to me, whether I behave well or ill; for virtue itself, is no security.

“for guilt and crimes are so frequent in the world, that all of them cannot be punished; and many times they happen in such a manner, that it is not of much consequence to the public, whether they are punished or not.

“The reason is, because it’s of more importance to community, that innocence should be protected, than it is, that guilt should be punished;