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GEORGE WASHINGTONThe great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
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It is now no more that toleration is spoken of, as if it was by the indulgence of one class of people.
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Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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I cannot imagine a God who rewards and punishes the objects of his creation, whose purposes are modeled after our own.
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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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Those who have committed no faults want no pardon. We are only defending what we deem our indisputable rights.
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Every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more, that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it will be welcome.
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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 man ought not to value himself of his achievements or rare qualities of wit, much less of his riches, virtue or kindred.
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Speak not evil of the absent, for it is unjust.
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Make sure you are doing what God wants you to do – then do it with all your strength.
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To encourage literature and the arts is a duty which every good citizen owes to his country.
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If the cause is advanced, indifferent is it to me where or in what quarter it happens.
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The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is, in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
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Man is the religious animal.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth,
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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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To persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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Gentlemen, you will permit me to put on my spectacles, for, I have grown not only gray, but almost blind in the service of my country.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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