To acknowledge the receipt of letters is always proper, to remove doubts of their miscarriage. – George Washington
Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth. – George Washington
It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one. – George Washington
I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man. – George Washington
In executing the duties of my present important station, I can promise nothing but purity of intentions, and, in carrying these into effect, fidelity and diligence. – George Washington
I had rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world. – George Washington
