In celebration of Washington’s birthday, we’ve gathered 20 inspirational sayings by the founding father of U.S. (from the International Business Times)

1. “If the freedom of speech is taken away then dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.”

2. “I hope I shall possess firmness and virtue enough to maintain what I consider the most enviable of all titles, the character of an honest man.”

3. “There is nothing which can better deserve your patronage, than the promotion of science and literature. Knowledge is in every country the surest basis of public happiness.”

4. “Let your heart feel for the afflictions and distress of everyone, and let your hand give in proportion to your purse.”

5. “Observe good faith and justice toward all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.”

Read the rest of the list here:  George Washington Quotes: 20 Inspirational Sayings To Celebrate The First President’s 285th Birthday