"In Republics of narrow extent, it is not difficult for those who at any time hold the reins of Power, and command the ordinary public favor, to overturn the established Constitution, in favor of their..."
"Partial combinations of men, who though not in Office, from birth, riches or other sources of distinction, have extraordinary influence & numerous adherents would subvert the very foundations of the r..."
"By debauching the military force, by surprising some commanding citadel, or by some other sudden & unforeseen movement, the fate of the Republic is decided."
"But in Republics of large extent, usurpations can scarcely make its way through these avenues."
"In such Republics, it is safe to assert, that the conflicts of popular factions are the chief, if not the only inlets, of usurpation and Tyranny."
"Foreign influence is one of the most baneful foes of republican government."
"A party, quote, 'agitates the community with ill-founded jealousies and false alarms, kindles the animosity of one part against another, foments occasionally riot and insurrection'."
"George Washington, who required members of the continental army to be vaccinated."
"Do you know who imposed one of the first vaccine mandates in American history? George Washington, who required members of the continental army to be vaccinated."
"Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable, procures success to the weak and esteem to all."
"The Constitution vests the power of declaring war in Congress."
"Therefore, no offensive expedition of importance can be undertaken until they have deliberated upon the subject and authorized such a measure."