George Washington

George Washington
George Washingtonwas the first President of the United States, the Commander-in-Chief of the Continental Army during the American Revolutionary War, and one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. He presided over the convention that drafted the current United States Constitution and during his lifetime was called the "father of his country"...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionUS President
Date of Birth22 February 1732
CountryUnited States of America
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The government of the United States is not in any sense founded on the Christian Religion
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The Hand of providence has been so conspicuous in all this, that he must be worse than an infidel that lacks faith, and more than wicked, that has not gratitude enough to acknowledge his obligations.
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In vain would that man claim the tribute of patriotism who should labor to subvert these great pillars.
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The United States of America should have a foundation free from the influence of clergy.
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Where is the security for property, for reputation, for life, if the sense of religious obligation deserts the oaths . . . ?
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The foundations of our national policy will be laid in the pure and immutable principles of private morality, and the preeminence of free government be exemplified by all the attributes which can win the affections of its citizens, and command the respect of the world.
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I beg you be persuaded that no one would be more zealous than myself to establish effectual barriers against the horrors of spiritual tyranny, and every species of religious persecution.
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Observe good faith and justice towards all Nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all. Religion and morality enjoin this conduct; and can it be that good policy does not equally enjoin it?
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The very idea of the power and the right of the people to establish Government, presupposes the duty of every individual to obey the established Government
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far worse than were Congress to enact no measure at all.
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used solely for the purpose of encouraging American genius.
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We had high expectations. We were just inconsistent.
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My brave fellows, ... you have done all I asked you to do and more than could be reasonably expected. But this country is at stake, your wives, your homes and everything you hold dear. You have borne yourself up with fatigues and hardships, but we know not how to spare you. If you consent to stay one month longer, you will render that service to the cause of liberty and this country which you probably could never do under any other circumstances.
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Why would the president bring this up? It's a difficult issue, may cause us to have to make a tough vote.