Quote by George Washington
Lenience will operate with greater force, in some instances than r

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

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True friendship is a plant of slow growth, and must undergo and withstand the shocks of adversity, before it is entitled to the appellation. – George Washington

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Religion and education are no match for evil without the grace of God. – B. R. Hayden

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A merciful person is merciful to their animals. – Bible

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Offenders never pardon. – Proverb

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I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice. – Abraham Lincoln

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