Alexander Hamilton Quotes

American - Politician | January 11, 1755 - July 12, 1804

There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism.

Alexander Hamilton

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A well adjusted person is one who makes the same mistake twice without getting nervous.

Alexander Hamilton

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It's not tyranny we desire; it's a just, limited, federal government.

Alexander Hamilton

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I think the first duty of society is justice.

Alexander Hamilton

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A promise must never be broken.

Alexander Hamilton

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Men often oppose a thing merely because they have had no agency in planning it, or because it may have been planned by those whom they dislike.

Alexander Hamilton

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I never expect to see a perfect work from an imperfect man.

Alexander Hamilton

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A national debt, if it is not excessive, will be to us a national blessing.

Alexander Hamilton

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Learn to think continentally.

Alexander Hamilton

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Unless your government is respectable, foreigners will invade your rights; and to maintain tranquillity, it must be respectable - even to observe neutrality, you must have a strong government.

Alexander Hamilton

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When the sword is once drawn, the passions of men observe no bounds of moderation.

Alexander Hamilton

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You should not have taken advantage of my sensibility to steal into my affections without my consent.

Alexander Hamilton

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