George Washington

I know [patriotism] exists, and I know it has done much in the present contest. But a great and lasting read more

I know [patriotism] exists, and I know it has done much in the present contest. But a great and lasting war can never be supported on this principle alone. It must be aided by a prospect of interest, or some reward.

Justice is the firm and continuous desire to render to everyone that which is his due

Justice is the firm and continuous desire to render to everyone that which is his due

If the freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the read more

If the freedom of speech is taken away, then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.

Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.

Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder.

Government is not reason, it is not eloquence -- it is force.

Government is not reason, it is not eloquence -- it is force.