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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.

George Washington

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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.
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Much was to be done by prudence, much by conciliation, much by firmness.
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It is better to be alone than in bad company.
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Associate yourself with men of good quality, if you esteem your own reputation; for ‘tis better to be alone than in bad company.
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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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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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Happiness depends more upon the internal frame of a person’s own mind, than on the externals in the world.
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99% of failures come from people who make excuses.
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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Human happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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A small knowledge of human nature will convince us, that, with far the greatest part of mankind, interest is the governing principle; and that almost every man is more or less, under its influence.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
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Religion is a byproduct of fear.
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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
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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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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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Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable; procures success to the weak, and esteem to all.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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