Quote by George Washington
The basis of our political system is the right of the people to ma

The basis of our political system is the right of the people to make and to alter their constitutions of government. – George Washington

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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

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Presidents Day
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I know of no pursuit in which more real and important services can be rendered to any country than by improving its agriculture, its breed of useful animals, and other branches of a husbandmans cares. – George Washington

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Agriculture
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It may be laid down as a primary position, and the basis of our system, that every Citizen who enjoys the protection of a Free Government, owes not only a proportion of his property, but even of his personal services to the defense of it. – George Washington

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Government
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You know that big government doesnt hurt big corporations. Theyve got the best lawyers and accountants in the world. You know who gets destroyed by big government? Its the little guys. – Marco Rubio

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I decided to run for governor because I got mad… I want to make government more directly accountable to the people. – Jesse Ventura

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Government

Government itself is founded upon the great doctrine of the consent of the governed, and has its cornerstone in the memorable principle that men are endowed with inalienable rights. – Leland Stanford

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A politician is a man who understands government. A statesman is a politician whos been dead for 15 years. – Harry S. Truman

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Empires built on force will always be destroyed. Those built on trust in Christ will remain. – Joseph R. Sizoo

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