If, in the opinion of the people, the distribution or modification of the constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it… — George Washington Copy Share Image
The Constitution that we have is an excellent one, if we can keep it where it is. — George Washington Copy Share Image
Let me ask you, sir, when is the time for brave men to exert themselves in the cause of liberty and their… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation deserts the oaths . . . ? — George Washington Copy Share Image
If they are good workmen, they may be from Asia, Africa or Europe; they may be Mahometans, Jews or Christians of any… — George Washington Copy Share Image
The bosom of America is open to receive not only the Opulent and respectable Stranger, but the oppressed and persecuted of all… — George Washington Copy Share Image
There is no practice more dangerous than that of borrowing money; for when money can be had in this way, repayment is… — George Washington Copy Share Image
We are either a United people, or we are not. If the former, let us, in all maters of general concern act… — George Washington Copy Share Image
When it was reported to General Washington that the army was frequently indulging in swearing, he immediately sent out the following order:… — George Washington Copy Share Image
But if the laws are to be so trampled upon with impunity, and a minority is to dictate to the majority, there… — George Washington Copy Share Image
To form a new Government, requires infinite care, and unbounded attention; for if the foundation is badly laid the superstructure must be… — George Washington Copy Share Image
At this auspicious period, the United States came into existence as a Nation; and if their Citizens should not be completely free… — George Washington Copy Share Image
If to be venerated for benevolence, if to be admired for talents, if to be esteemed for patriotism, if to be beloved… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Your proposal raises the greatest mischief that can befall my country. You could not have found a person to whom your schemes… — George Washington Copy Share Image
I shall not be deprived ... of a comfort in the worst event, if I retain a consciousness of having acted to… — George Washington Copy Share Image
No compact among men . . . can be pronounced everlasting and inviolable, and if I may so express myself, that no… — George Washington Copy Share Image
It is too probable that no plan we propose will be adopted. Perhaps another dreadful conflict is to be sustained. If, to… — George Washington Copy Share Image
If we mean to support the liberty and independence which has cost us so much blood and treasure to establish, we must… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics. — George Washington Copy Share Image
In disputes, be not so desirous to overcome as to not give liberty to each one to deliver his opinion and submit… — George Washington Copy Share Image
But if we are to be told by a foreign Power . . . what we shall do, and what we shall… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Let it simply be asked where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation deserts… — George Washington Copy Share Image
The eyes of all our countrymen are now upon us, and we shall have their blessings and praises, if happily we are… — George Washington Copy Share Image
The wishes of the people, seldom founded in deep disquisitions, or resulting from other reasonings than their present feelings, may not entirely… — George Washington Copy Share Image
It is absolutely necessary... for me to have persons that can think for me, as well as execute orders. — George Washington Copy Share Image
The turning points of lives are not the great moments. The real crises are often concealed in occurrences so trivial in appearance that they… — George Washington Copy Share Image
The propitious smiles of Heaven, can never be expected on a nation that disregards the eternal rules of order and right, which Heaven itself… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Interwoven as is the love of liberty with every ligament of your hearts, no recommendation of mine is necessary to fortify or confirm the… — George Washington Copy Share Image
In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars. — George Washington Copy Share Image
The blessed Religion revealed in the word of God will remain an eternal and awful monument to prove that the best Institution may be… — George Washington Copy Share Image
While we are contending for our own liberty, we should be very cautious not to violate the conscience of others, ever considering that God… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Among many other weighty objections to the Measure, it has been suggested, that it has a tendency to introduce religious disputes into the Army,… — George Washington Copy Share Image
Democratical States must always feel before they can see: it is this that makes their Governments slow, but the people will be right at… — George Washington Copy Share Image
If, in the opinion of the people, the distribution or modification of the constitutional powers be in any particular wrong, let it be corrected… — George Washington Copy Share Image
A man's intentions should be allowed in some respects to plead for his actions. — George Washington Copy Share Image
