George Washington actually said...

"The Constitution has prescribed that Representatives shall be apportioned among the several States according to their respective numbers."

"The United States, in order to promote the happiness of the Five Nations of Indians, will cause to be expended annually the amount of $1,500 in purchasing for them clothing, domestic animals, and impl..."

"It is incumbent upon me to observe that, with a view merely to the organization of the troops designated by those acts, a greater number officers of that grade would, in my opinion, be conducive to th..."

"I have to request your decision whether you will advise and consent to the extension of the powers of the commissioners as proposed."