There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy.
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 be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?
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The basis of our political systems is the right of the people to make and to alter their Constitutions of Government.
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One of the expedients of party to acquire influence, within particular districts, is to misrepresent the opinions and aims of other districts.
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Happiness depends more upon the internal frame of a person’s own mind, than on the externals in the world.
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I’ll die on my feet before I’ll live on my knees!
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
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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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The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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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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Be not glad at the misfortune of another, though he may be your enemy.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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