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Mar 3, 1799

Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.

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Dec 11, 1796

To such men I shall cheerfully yield the palm of genius and talents to serve our common country.

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Sep 18, 1796

Patriotism is a commitment to the common good, not personal gain.

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Jan 3, 1797

I lay before you for your consideration a treaty which has been negotiated and concluded on the 29th day of June last by Benjamin Hawkins, Andrew Pickens, and George Clymer, commissioners on behalf of the United States, with the Creek…

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