I must study politics and war, that my sons may have the liberty to study mathematics and philosophy…in order to give their children the right to study painting, poetry, and music.

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"There are two ways to conquer and enslave a nation. One is by the sword. The other is by debt."

- John Adams

Awareness

"Liberty cannot be preserved without a general knowledge among the people, who, have a right …and a desire to know"

- John Adams

Awareness

"Always stand on principle…even if you stand alone."

- John Adams

Belief

"Our Constitution was made only for a moral and religious people. It is wholly inadequate to the government of any other."

- John Adams

Belief

"I believe awesome things will happen. because it's Monday."

- John Adams

Hope

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"Motivation is the art of getting people to do what you want them to do because they want to do it."

- Dwight D. Eisenhower

Leadership

"Pay attention to those employees who respectfully ask why. They are demonstrating an interest in their jobs and exhibiting a curiosity that could eventually translate into leadership ability."

- Harvey Mackay

Leadership

"Everyone talks about building a relationship with your customer. I think you build one with your employees first."

- Angela Ahrendts

Leadership

"Leaders can let you fail and yet not let you be a failure."

- Stanley McChrystal

Leadership

"An organization's ability to learn, and translate that learning into action rapidly, is the ultimate competitive advantage."

- Jack Welch

Leadership