Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. – George Washington
I have no other view than to promote the public good, and am unambitious of honors not founded in the approbation of my Country. – George Washington
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
If we desire to avoid insult, we must be able to repel it if we desire to secure peace, one of the most powerful instruments of our rising prosperity, it must be known, that we are at all times ready for War. – George Washington