To encourage literature and the arts is a duty which every good citizen owes to his country.
GEORGE WASHINGTONA man ought not to value himself of his achievements or rare qualities of wit, much less of his riches, virtue or kindred.
More George Washington Quotes
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To persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The rest is in the hands of God.
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Speak not evil of the absent, for it is unjust.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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I rejoice in a belief that intellectual light will spring up in the dark corners of the earth.
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The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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Reason and experience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principles.
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Wisdom and good examples are necessary at this time to rescue the political machine from the impending storm.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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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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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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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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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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