Things in life will not always run smoothly. Sometimes we will be rising toward the heights—then all will seem to reverse itself and start downward.
GEORGE WASHINGTONTo persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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The peace often, sometimes perhaps the liberty, of Nations has been the victim.
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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.
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If we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
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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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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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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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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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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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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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