If we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
GEORGE WASHINGTONThe 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.
More George Washington Quotes
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I rejoice in a belief that intellectual light will spring up in the dark corners of the earth.
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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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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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A bad war is fought with a good mind.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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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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Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.
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We 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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Those who have committed no faults want no pardon. We are only defending what we deem our indisputable rights.
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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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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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I cannot imagine a God who rewards and punishes the objects of his creation, whose purposes are modeled after our own.
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