It is now no more that toleration is spoken of, as if it was by the indulgence of one class of people.
GEORGE WASHINGTONWe must consult our means rather than our wishes.
More George Washington Quotes
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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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To the distinguished character of patriot, it should be our highest glory to add the more distinguished character of Christian.
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Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.
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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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I hope ever to see America among the foremost nations of justice and liberality.
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The harder the conflict, the greater the triumph.
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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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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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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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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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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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I’ll die on my feet before I’ll live on my knees!
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Much was to be done by prudence, much by conciliation, much by firmness.
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To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
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Every man thinks God is on his side.
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