“There is no restraining men's tongues or pens when charged with a little vanity.”
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Maxims of Washington: Political, Social, Moral, and Religious
This book compiles the political, social, moral, and religious maxims of George Washington, offering a glimpse into the principles and values that guided his leadership and personal life. more
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“I never say anything of a man that I have the smallest scruple of saying to him.”
Source: The Quotable George Washington: The Wisdom of an American Patriot
Source: The Writings of George Washington: pt. IV. Letters official and private, from the beginning of his presidency to the end of his life: (v. 10) May, 1789-November, 1794. (v. 11) November, 1794-December, 1799
“It is incumbent upon every person of every description to contribute to his country's welfare.”
“Let us impart all the blessings we possess, or ask for ourselves, to the whole family of mankind.”
“To the efficacy and permanency of your union a government for the whole is indispensable.”
Source: Washington's Farewell Address: The Proclamation of Jackson Against Nullification, and the Declaration of Independence
Source: The Complete Works of George Washington: Military Journals, Rules of Civility, Writings on French and Indian War, Presidential Work, Inaugural Addresses, Messages to Congress, Letters & Biography
“Respectability is the dickey on the bosom of civilization.”
Source: Selected writings of Elbert Hubbard: his mintage of wisdom, coined from a life of love, laughter and work
“To have a full stomach and fixed income are no small things .”
Source: In the Spotlight: Personal Experiences of Elbert Hubbard on the American Stage
“Time is an eternal guest that banquets on our ideals and bodies.”
Source: The Philistine: A Periodical of Protest
