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.
GEORGE WASHINGTONIf we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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Things in life will not always run smoothly. Sometimes we will be rising toward the heights—then all will seem to reverse itself and start downward.
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Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every ligament of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the attachment.
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Decision making, like coffee, needs a cooling process.
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Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism.
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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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If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it.
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Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.
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Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.
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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.
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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 internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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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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Speak not evil of the absent, for it is unjust.
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