There is nothing which can better deserve our patronage than the promotion of science and literature. Knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness.
GEORGE WASHINGTONLet your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
More George Washington Quotes
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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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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgement to others with modesty.
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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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Religion is a byproduct of fear.
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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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One of the expedients of party to acquire influence, within particular districts, is to misrepresent the opinions and aims of other districts.
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Reason and experience both forbid us to expect that national morality can prevail in exclusion of religious principles.
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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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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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System to all things is the soul of business. To execute properly and act maturely is the way to conduct it to your advantage.
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The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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