Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.
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George Washington
First president of the United States (1732-1799). A Virginia plantation owner who commanded the Continental Army, then became the new republic's first executive. His retirement after two terms set the succession model.
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I regard all the world as my country, and I believe that I should be very welcome everywhere.
-- Peter Paul Rubens
I see, and say nothing.
-- Elizabeth I of England
A nation should not have permanent friends, only permanent interests.
-- Otto von Bismarck
Long live free Quebec!
-- Charles de Gaulle
Those who make peaceful revolution impossible will make violent revolution inevitable.
-- John F. Kennedy
Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.
-- Theodore Roosevelt