“Point of View” – George Washington’s guotes to know and live by

George Washington offers us great lessons in communications and leadership. The sculpture at the top of the page is called “Point of View” by the artist Jim West. This sculpture depicts George Washington and Seneca leader Guyasuta in 1770.

  • “Guard against the impostures of pretended patriotism”
  • “It is better to be alone than in bad company” 
  • “Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected” 
  • “Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble” 
  • “It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one” 
  • “The Constitution is the guide which I never will abandon” 
  • “Few men have virtue to withstand the highest bidder” 
  • “Associate yourself with Men of good Quality if you Esteem your own Reputation” 
  • Of all the animosities which have existed among mankind, those which are caused by a difference of sentiments in religion appear to be the most inveterate and distressing, and ought most to be deprecated. ”

Here’ a few more facts of George Washington. His perspectives helped us to shape and preserve our country.

Ten facts about George Washington’s presidency.

George Washington’s travels.

https://www.mountvernon.org/george-washington/the-first-president/ten-facts-about-washingtons-presidency

A rare and accurate photo of George Washington

George Washington's Quotes and Facts .