If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
GEORGE WASHINGTONTo the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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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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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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If we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
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Promote, then, as an object of primary importance, institutions for the general diffusion of knowledge.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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Few men are capable of making a continual sacrifice of all views of private interest, or advantage, to the common good.
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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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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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Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.
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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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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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Speak not evil of the absent, for it is unjust.
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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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