Samuel Chase to Richard Henry Lee (May 16, 1789)

I observed that a Day is appointed to consider Amendments to the new Constitution. I am one of the Number that expect no essential alterations. I hope I may be mistaken. I fear that no Check will be placed on the Exercise of any of the powers granted. I am satisfied that, every Amendment must flow from Grace & favor. our people will not contend for any, the most important. In this State {Maryland} We are prepared to submit to any government. the Hearts of our people are broke, they are bow down to the Earth with their Debts.