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Quote by George Washington
Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Like fire

Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. – George Washington

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The very atmosphere of firearms anywhere and everywhere restrains evil interference – they deserve a place of honor with all thats good. – George Washington

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Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair the rest is in the hands of God. – George Washington

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War – An act of violence whose object is to constrain the enemy, to accomplish our will. – George Washington

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