It is too probable that no plan we propose will be adopted. Perhaps another dreadful conflict is to be sustained. If, to please the people, we offer what we ourselves disprove, how can we afterwards defend our work? Let us raise a standard to which the wise and the honest can repair. The event is in the hand of God.
George WashingtonThe liberty enjoyed by the people of these states of worshiping Almighty God agreebly to their conscience, is not only among the choicest of their blessings, but also of their rights.
George WashingtonLet us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God.
George WashingtonMy manner of living is plain and I do not mean to be put out of it. A glass of wine and a bit of mutton are always ready.
George Washington