11-29-1787: "By the principles of the American revolution, arbitrary power may, and ought to, be resisted even by arms, if necessary."

   "By the principles of the American revolution, arbitrary power may, and ought to, be resisted even by arms, if necessary."--Luther Martin, Esq., “Genuine Information” delivered to the Maryland legislature November 29, 1787. Mr. Martin was Attornery General of Maryland, and one of the Delegates to the General Convention held at Philadelphia in 1787. [The Debates In The Several State Conventions On The Adoption Of The Federal Constitution As Recommended By The General Convention At Philadelphia In 1787. (Elliots Debates), Vol. I. Pg. 382]