"If men are to be precluded from offering their sentiments on a matter which may involve the most serious and alarming consequences that can invite the consideration of mankind, reason is of no use; the freedom of speech may be taken away, and dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter." | Quote by: | George Washington (1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country' |
Source: | Address to officers of the Army, 15 March 1783 |
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