Be not glad at the misfortune of another, though he may be your enemy.
GEORGE WASHINGTONEvery 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.
More George Washington Quotes
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Man is the religious animal.
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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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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity before it is entitled to appellation.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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I conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
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Things in life will not always run smoothly. Sometimes we will be rising toward the heights—then all will seem to reverse itself and start downward.
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To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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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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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from my mom.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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