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.
GEORGE WASHINGTONIt 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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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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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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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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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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Paper money has had the effect in your state that it will ever have, to ruin commerce, oppress the honest, and open the door to every species of fraud and injustice.
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Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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Religious controversies are always productive of more acrimony and irreconcilable hatreds than those which spring from any other cause.
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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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The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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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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Government is not reason; it is not eloquence. It is force. And force, like fire, is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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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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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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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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Religion is a byproduct of fear.
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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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Experience has taught us, that men will not adopt and carry into execution measures best calculated for their own good, without the intervention of a coercive power.
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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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Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
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Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.
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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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