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 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.
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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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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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Wisdom and good examples are necessary at this time to rescue the political machine from the impending storm.
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Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
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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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The great mass of our Citizens require only to understand matters rightly, to form right decisions.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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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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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 rejoice in a belief that intellectual light will spring up in the dark corners of the earth.
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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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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.
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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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