There is nothing so likely to produce peace as to be well prepared to meet the enemy.
GEORGE WASHINGTONBe courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
More George Washington Quotes
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
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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 experience of every age and nation has proved it and we must in a great measure.
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99% of failures come from people who make excuses.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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Human happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.
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Be not glad at the misfortune of another, though he may be your enemy.
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A man ought not to value himself of his achievements or rare qualities of wit, much less of his riches, virtue or kindred.
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The chief duty of the National Government in connection with the currency of the country is to coin money and declare its value.
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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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A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends.
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A bad war is fought with a good mind.
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