Much was to be done by prudence, much by conciliation, much by firmness.
GEORGE WASHINGTONWisdom and good examples are necessary at this time to rescue the political machine from the impending storm.
More George Washington Quotes
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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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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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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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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We began a contest for liberty ill provided with the means for the war, relying on our patriotism to supply the deficiency.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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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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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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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule, indeed, extends with more or less force to every species of free government.
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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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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My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth,
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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