My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
GEORGE WASHINGTONWe 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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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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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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I conceive a knowledge of books is the basis upon which other knowledge is to be built.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Citizens by birth or choice of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections.
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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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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 internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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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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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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