Political Quotes

On the recordSeptember 18, 1796
The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.
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George Washington
Independent · Virginia
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Editor's note · Context

Advice on avoiding entangling alliances.

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