Religious controversies are always productive of more acrimony and irreconcilable hatreds than those which spring from any other cause.
GEORGE WASHINGTONHuman happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected.
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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 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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Where are our Men of abilities? Why do they not come forth to save their Country?
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I had hoped that liberal and enlightened thought would have reconciled the Christians so that their religious fights would not endanger the peace of Society.
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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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Heard the bullets whistle, and, believe me, there is something charming in the sound.
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I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from my mom.
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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.
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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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I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.
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Gentlemen, you will permit me to put on my spectacles, for, I have grown not only gray, but almost blind in the service of my country.
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My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth,
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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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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