We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
GEORGE WASHINGTONHuman happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.
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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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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 experience of every age and nation has proved it and we must in a great measure.
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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
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Of all the animosities which have existed among mankind, those which are caused by a difference of sentiments in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought most to be deprecated.
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Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every ligament of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the attachment.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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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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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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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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There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy.
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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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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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