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More Quotes by George Washington
What is most important of this grand experiment, the United States? Not the election of the first president but the election of its second president. The peaceful transition of power is what will separate this country from every other country in the world.
Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. Experience has taught us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession, and when the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
Occupants of public offices love power and are prone to abuse it.
Honesty is always the best policy.
Perseverance and spirit have done wonders in all ages.
We can not guarantee success, we can strive to deserve it.
The last official act of any government is to loot the treasury.
Firearms stand next in importance to the Constitution itself.
Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.
The power under the Constitution will always be in the people.
