I conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
GEORGE WASHINGTONThe harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgement to others with modesty.
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The hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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The reflection upon my situation and that of this army produces many an uneasy hour when all around me are wrapped in sleep. Few people know the predicament we are in.
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I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
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Wisdom and good examples are necessary at this time to rescue the political machine from the impending storm.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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Associate yourself with men of good quality, if you esteem your own reputation; for ‘tis better to be alone than in bad company.
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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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The experience of every age and nation has proved it and we must in a great measure.
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A small knowledge of human nature will convince us, that, with far the greatest part of mankind, interest is the governing principle; and that almost every man is more or less, under its influence.
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Paper money has had the effect in your state that it will ever have, to ruin commerce, oppress the honest, and open the door to every species of fraud and injustice.
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Experience teaches us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession.
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Be not glad at the misfortune of another, though he may be your enemy.
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