Quote by George Washington
My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from

My first wish is to see this plague of mankind, war, banished from the earth. – George Washington

Other quotes by George Washington

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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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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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation. – George Washington

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War
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The fact is, Bushs war policy has failed. Its failed! Who better to say so than Jack Murtha? – Rahm Emanuel

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War

Wanton killing of innocent civilians is terrorism, not a war against terrorism. – Noam Chomsky

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War

There are patriots who opposed the war in Iraq and there are patriots who supported the war in Iraq. We are one people, all of us pledging allegiance to the stars and stripes, all of us defending the United States of America. – Barack Obama

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War

Oceania was at war with Eurasia therefore Oceania had always been at war with Eurasia. – George Orwell

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War

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Those who are rooted in the depths that are eternal and unchangeable and who rely on unshakeable principles, face change full of courage, courage based on faith. – Emily Greene Balch

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I like to dedicate myself wholeheartedly to a cause so that I have more impact. My goal is to shed light on the beauty of the ocean and how important it is for our planet. – Hayden Panettiere

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Beauty

If you are of the opinion that the contemplation of suicide is sufficient evidence of a poetic nature, do not forget that actions speak louder than words. – Fran Lebowitz

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Nature

There has never been a protracted war from which a country has benefited. – Sun Tzu

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War