George Washington: “A nation that values its freedom must also value its education and its institutions.”

I must not conceal from you my earnest wish that the choice had fallen upon a man less declined in years and better qualified to encounter the usual vicissitudes of war.

To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace.

I can not express how greatly affected I am at this new proof of public confidence.

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