Quote #95
Lenience will operate with greater force, in some instances than rigor. It is therefore my first wish to have all of my conduct distinguished by it.
More from George Washington
- Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience.
- Let us raise a standard to which the wise and honest can repair; the rest is in the hands of God.
- It will be found an unjust and unwise jealousy to deprive a man of his natural liberty upon the supposition he may abuse it.
- Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone, and let your hand give in proportion to your purse.
- It may be laid down as a primary position and is the basis of our system that every citizen who enjoys the protection of a free government …
- Liberty, when it begins to take root, is a plant of rapid growth.
- In a free and republican government, you cannot restrain the voice of the multitude.
- Make the most of the hemp seed and sow it everywhere.