Government is not reason it is not eloquent it is force. Like fire, it is a dangerous servant and a fearful master. – 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
To be prepared for war is one of the most effective means of preserving peace. – George Washington
The time is near at hand which must determine whether Americans are to be free men or slaves. – George Washington
President Bush once said that marriage is a sacred institution and should be reserved for the union of one man and one woman. If this is the case – and most Americans would agree with him on this – then I have to ask: Why is the government at all involved in marrying people? – Tony Campolo