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As much as I value an union of all the states, I would not admit t

As much as I value an union of all the states, I would not admit the southern states into the union, unless they agreed to the discontinuance of this disgraceful trade, because it would bring weakness and not strength to the union. – George Mason

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In all our associations in all our agreements let us never lose sight of this fundamental maxim – that all power was originally lodged in, and consequently is derived from, the people. – George Mason

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Every society, all government, and every kind of civil compact therefore, is or ought to be, calculated for the general good and safety of the community. – George Mason

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Your dear baby has died innocent and blameless, and has been called away by an all wise and merciful Creator, most probably from a life to misery and misfortune, and most certainly to one of happiness and bliss. – George Mason

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That strange feeling we had in the war. Have you found anything in your lives since to equal it in strength? A sort of splendid carelessness it was, holding us together. – Noel Coward

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The glimpses of human strength and frailty that a physician sees are with me still. – Daniel Nathans

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I realized then that the generations may change but the strength of our nation remains solid. – Jane D. Hull

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Unity is strength… when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved. – Mattie Stepanek

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