The great mass of our Citizens require only to understand matters rightly, to form right decisions.
GEORGE WASHINGTONThe hour is fast approaching, on which the Honor and Success of this army, and the safety of our bleeding Country depend.
More George Washington Quotes
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Of all the animosities which have existed among mankind, those which are caused by a difference of sentiments in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought most to be deprecated.
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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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If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
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Real men despise battle, but will never run from it.
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I am convinced that you will again give that support to leadership in these critical days.
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If the cause is advanced, indifferent is it to me where or in what quarter it happens.
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Religion is a byproduct of fear.
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Arbitrary power is most easily established on the ruins of liberty abused to licentiousness.
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My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother.
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Be not glad at the misfortune of another, though he may be your enemy.
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Individuals entering into society, must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest.
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Every day the increasing weight of years admonishes me more and more, that the shade of retirement is as necessary to me as it will be welcome.
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No punishment, in my opinion, is to great, for the man who can build his greatness upon his country’s ruin.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
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