"The aggregate happiness of the society, which..." - Quote by George Washington
The aggregate happiness of the society, which is best promoted by the practice of a virtuous policy, is, or ought to be, the end of all government . . . .
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“I have already intimated to you the danger of parties in the state, with particular reference to the founding of them on geographical discriminations. Let me now take a more comprehensive view, and warn you in the most solemn manner against the baneful effects of the spirit of party, generally.”
“Happiness is more effectually dispensed to mankind under a republican form of government than any other.”
“Love is said to be an involuntary passion, and it is, therefore, contended that it cannot be resisted. This is true in part only, for like all things else, when nourished and supplied plentifully with ailment, it is rapid in its progress; but let these be withdrawn and it may be stifled in its birth or much stinted in its growth.”
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“Democracy is worth dying for, because it's the most deeply honorable form of government ever devised by man.”
“Government is being founded on opinion, the opinion of the public, even when it is wrong, ought to be respected to a certain degree.”
“When a country is at war we want Congressmen, regardless of party, to back up the government of the United States.”
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“Be more dedicated to making solid achievements than in running after swift but synthetic happiness.”
“Success is doing what you want to do, when you want, where you want, with whom you want, as much as you want.”
“For who would dare to assert that eternal happiness can compensate for a single moment's human suffering”