George Washington said "Posterity may have cause to regret if from any motive intervals of tranquillity are left unimproved for accelerating this valuable end." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

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Posterity may have cause to regret if from any motive intervals of tranquillity are left unimproved for accelerating this valuable end.

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Independent · Virginia

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Washington emphasizes the importance of using peaceful times to advance the nation's goals for future generations.

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