We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
GEORGE WASHINGTONLet us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair. The rest is in the hands of God.
More George Washington Quotes
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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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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule, indeed, extends with more or less force to every species of free government.
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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 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.
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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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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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Human happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.
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Freedom of inquiry will produce liberality of conduct.
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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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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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The basis of our political systems is the right of the people to make and to alter their Constitutions of Government.
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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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Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgement to others with modesty.
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