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George Washington Quotes

It will be found an unjust and unwise jealousy to deprive a man of his natural liberty upon the supposition he may abuse it.
George Washington



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President Quotes
Category:
American President Quotes
Date of Birth:
February 22, 1732
Date of Death:
December 14, 1799
Nationality:
American
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Select George Washington Quotations:
If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.
George Washington

Government is not reason; it is not eloquent; it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master.
George Washington

A slender acquaintance with the world must convince every man that actions, not words, are the true criterion of the attachment of friends.
George Washington

My mother was the most beautiful woman I ever saw. All I am I owe to my mother. I attribute all my success in life to the moral, intellectual and physical education I received from her.
George Washington

It is impossible to rightly govern a nation without God and the Bible.
George Washington

Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth.
George Washington

The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference - they deserve a place of honor with all that's good.
George Washington


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