Benjamin Franklin

1706–1790

Printer, diplomat, and founding sage, Franklin warned against trading essential liberty for temporary safety and championed free speech as the bedrock of a free nation.

Liberty Over Safety

“Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a lit…”

$38

Freedom of Speech

“Whoever would overthrow the liberty of a nation must begin b…”

$38

Where Liberty Dwells

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.”

$35

Rebellion to Tyrants

“Rebellion to tyrants is obedience to God.”

$35

Resistance Is Duty (Mug)

“Resistance to tyranny is obedience to God.”

$22

Liberty Over Safety (Sticker)

“Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a lit…”

Liberty Canvas Tote

“Where liberty dwells, there is my country.”

$26