George Washington Quotes
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In executing the duties of my present important station, I can promise nothing but purity of intentions, and, in carrying these into effect, fidelity and diligence.
To err is nature, to rectify error is glory.
If we are wise, let us prepare for the worst.
The Constitution that we have is an excellent one, if we can keep it where it is.
Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.
Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.
To contract new debts is not the way to pay old ones.
Have the strength to be an honest person.
A government is like fire, a handy servant, but a dangerous master.
It is much easier at all times to prevent an evil than to rectify mistakes.
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