Quote by George Washington
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The constitution vests the power of declaring war in Congress therefore no offensive expedition of importance can be undertaken until after they shall have deliberated upon the subject and authorized such a measure. – George Washington

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We should not look back unless it is to derive useful lessons from past errors, and for the purpose of profiting by dearly bought experience. – George Washington

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Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable procures success to the weak, and esteem to all. – George Washington

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Success
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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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All the idols made by man, however terrifying they may be, are in point of fact subordinate to him, and that is why he will always have it in his power to destroy them. – Simone de Beauvoir

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Kind words are a creative force, a power that concurs in the building up of all that is good, and energy that showers blessings upon the world. – Lawrence G. Lovasik

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Never underestimate the power of human stupidity. – Robert A. Heinlein

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I love being a wife and homemaker – because its my choice. My husband doesnt expect me to do it. I dont mind doing things for him because he does so much for me we both feel that way so there is no power struggle. – Salma Hayek

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Against change of fortune set a brave heart. – Proverb

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Happiness in the present is only shattered by comparison with the past. – Douglas Horton

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Americans are uneasy with their possessions, guilty about power, all of which is difficult for Europeans to perceive because they are themselves so truly materialistic, so versed in the uses of power. – Joan Didion

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Women may not have it easy, but we are given a fairer chance to reach for the top. – Jessica Savitch

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