We must consult our means rather than our wishes.
GEORGE WASHINGTONFew men are capable of making a continual sacrifice of all views of private interest, or advantage, to the common good.
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Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.
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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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99% of failures come from people who make excuses.
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Few men are capable of making a continual sacrifice of all views of private interest, or advantage, to the common good.
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Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
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I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.
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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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Be courteous to all, but intimate with few; and let those be well-tried before you give them your confidence.
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We have probably had too good an opinion of human nature in forming our confederation.
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Citizens by birth or choice of a common country, that country has a right to concentrate your affections.
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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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I attribute my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from my mom.
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Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble.
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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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Strive not with your superiors in argument, but always submit your judgement to others with modesty.
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