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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.

George Washington

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My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth,
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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No punishment, in my opinion, is to great, for the man who can build his greatness upon his country’s ruin.
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99% of failures come from people who make excuses.
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We should not look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dearly bought experience.
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One of the expedients of party to acquire influence, within particular districts, is to misrepresent the opinions and aims of other districts.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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