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

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

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

Some day, following the example of the United States of America, there will be a United States of Europe.
George Washington

It is better to be alone than in bad company.
George Washington

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

Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence.
George Washington