Teddy Roosevelt: “Among Washington’s maxims which he bequeathed to his countrymen were the two following: “Observe good faith and justice…”

“Among Washington’s maxims which he bequeathed to his countrymen were the two following: “Observe good faith and justice toward all nations,” and “To be prepared for war is the most effective means to promote peace.” These two principles taken together should form the basis of our whole foreign policy.”