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.
GEORGE WASHINGTONHarmony, 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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No punishment, in my opinion, is to great, for the man who can build his greatness upon his country’s ruin.
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I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from my mom.
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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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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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We began a contest for liberty ill provided with the means for the war, relying on our patriotism to supply the deficiency.
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There is nothing which can better deserve our patronage than the promotion of science and literature. Knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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I had hoped that liberal and enlightened thought would have reconciled the Christians so that their religious fights would not endanger the peace of Society.
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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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Reason and experience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principles.
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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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