On the importance of choosing one's companions wisely.
07/31/1783
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Nothing is more essential than that permanent, inveterate antipathies against particular nations, and passionate attachm...
A nation that values its freedom must also value its education and its institutions.
The nation that expects to be ignorant and free, expects what never was and never will be.
Observe good faith and justice towards all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.