This comes from Sir Thomas More:

“When statesmen forsake their own private consciences for the sake of their public duties, they lead their country by short route to chaos.”

Somehow, this seems to fit Illinois.

I found it in an email from the Thomas More Society, which you can readd below:

Dear Friend, Today we remember our namesake, St. Thomas More – the patron saint of attorneys, statesmen, politicians, adopted children and religious liberty – who was martyred on July 6, 1535. As you may know, Sir Thomas More was an English lawyer who served as chancellor of England from 1529-1533 under King Henry VIII. The King was obsessed with finding a male heir to his throne, and he sought the approval of Sir Thomas for his self-appointment to be the head of the Church of England so he could divorce his wife for a younger woman. Of course, Sir Thomas could not support this – so he refused to sign the Act of Succession and resigned his post. For this, he was jailed, tried and sentenced to death. His final words were, “I am the King’s good servant – but God’s first.” Sir Thomas More was canonized and proclaimed a saint in 1935. Perhaps you’ve heard Sir Thomas’s famous quote: “When statesmen forsake their own private consciences for the sake of their public duties, they lead their country by short route to chaos.” Friend, these words couldn’t be truer right now, as we’re faced with horrific new abortion laws across the country, the institution of the family is attacked mercilessly, and Christians are belittled and discriminated against for their faith. Today, I hope you’ll join me in celebrating the life of a man who so fittingly models peaceful stalwart adherence to principles for all pro-life activists and those called to defend them. Here is a special prayer to inspire you. Thank you for your continued support of our efforts. Gratefully, Tom Brejcha President & Chief Counsel Thomas More Society

The Thomas More Society defended Pro-Life organizations whom the McHenry County Fair Association Board wanted to banish from their regular spots to , as I put it, a Faith Ghetto far from the main exhibit area.