American is the first democratic nation-state.

There are many rules of good writing, but the best way to find them is to be a good reader.

Washington, not Jefferson, freed his slaves upon his death.

Trial by jury. Live wherever you can make a living. How could a government based on such principles fail?

My favorite book is the last one printed, which is always better than those that were published earlier.

Washington's character was rock solid. He came to stand for the new nation and its republican virtues, which was why he became our first President by unanimous choice.

The more sophisticated we get, the more advanced our buildings and vehicles become, the more vulnerable we are.