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Quotes by George Washington
- The administration of justice is the firmest pillar of government.
- The basis of our political system is the right of the people to make and to alter their constitutions of government.
- The constitution vests the power of declaring war in Congress therefore no offensive expedition of importance can be undertaken until after they shall have deliberated upon the subject and authorized such a measure.
- The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.
- The time is near at hand which must determine whether Americans are to be free men or slaves.
- The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good.
- There can be no greater error than to expect, or calculate, upon real favors from nation to nation. It is an illusion which experience must cure, which a just pride ought to discard.
- To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace.
- True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation.
- Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains to bring it to light.
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