If freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
GEORGE WASHINGTONWe 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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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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There is nothing which can better deserve our patronage than the promotion of science and literature. Knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness.
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Harmony, liberal intercourse with all nations, are recommended by policy, humanity, and interest.
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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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The internet is full of many false and unverified quotes.
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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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It is substantially true, that virtue or morality is a necessary spring of popular government. The rule, indeed, extends with more or less force to every species of free government.
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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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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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A primary object should be the education of our youth in the science of government.
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If we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity.
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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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The reflection upon my situation and that of this army produces many an uneasy hour when all around me are wrapped in sleep. Few people know the predicament we are in.
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Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone.
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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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