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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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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

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Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all. – George Washington

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Experience teaches us that it is much easier to prevent an enemy from posting themselves than it is to dislodge them after they have got possession. – George Washington

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