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PRESIDENTIAL QUOTE
FOR THE WEEK
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Avoid all disrespect to or contempt of the religion of the country and its ceremonies. Prudence, policy, and a true Christian spirit will lead us to look with compassion upon their errors without insulting them. While we are contending for our own liberty, we should be very cautious of violating the rights of conscience in others, ever considering that God alone is the judge of the hearts of men, and to him only in this case they are answerable.
—George Washington, General Orders, September 14, 1775
“It is the duty of all nations to acknowledge the Providence of Almighty God, to obey His will, to be grateful for His benefits, and to humbly implore His protection and favor.”
-————— George Washington, October 3, 1789, Proclaiming a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving