If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter. – George Washington
To acknowledge the receipt of letters is always proper, to remove doubts of their miscarriage. – George Washington
If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter. – George Washington
To acknowledge the receipt of letters is always proper, to remove doubts of their miscarriage. – George Washington
We are persuaded that good Christians will always be good citizens, and that where righteousness prevails among individuals the Nation will be great and happy. Thus while just government protects all in their religious rights, true religion affords to government its surest support. – George Washington
Lenience will operate with greater force, in some instances than rigor. It is therefore my first wish to have all of my conduct distinguished by it. – George Washington