The peace often, sometimes perhaps the liberty, of Nations has been the victim.
GEORGE WASHINGTONThe reflection upon my situation and that of this army produces many an uneasy hour when all around me are wrapped in sleep. Few people know the predicament we are in.
More George Washington Quotes
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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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Speak not injurious words neither in jest nor earnest; scoff at none although they give occasion
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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If the cause is advanced, indifferent is it to me where or in what quarter it happens.
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Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The rest is in the hands of God.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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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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To persevere in one’s duty, and be silent is the best answer to calumny.
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Experience has taught us, that men will not adopt and carry into execution measures best calculated for their own good, without the intervention of a coercive power.
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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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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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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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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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