Farewell Address
09/18/1796
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I anticipate with pleasing expectation that retreat in which I promise myself to realize, without alloy, the sweet enjoy...
Those who are well informed about their rights and duties make the best citizens.
The integrity of the government is essential to the welfare of the people.
Peace, commerce, and honest friendship with all nations; entangling alliances with none.