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Letter to John Jay

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Feb 27, 1797

It is generally agreed that some cavalry, either militia or regular, will be necessary.

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Those who have been blessed with the privileges of education should be the guardians of those privileges for the benefit of all.

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Sep 18, 1796

I hold the maxim no less applicable to public than to private affairs, that honesty is always the best policy.

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The integrity of the government is essential to the welfare of the people.

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