Quote of the day: As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of its independence on July 4, one of the nation's most enduring voices continues to resonate. George Washington, revered as the Founding Father of the United States and the country's first president, left behind principles that shaped the early republic and continue to be studied centuries later. Among them is his well-documented statement, “To be prepared for war is one of the most effectual means of preserving peace,” delivered in his First Annual Address to Congress in 1790. The quote reflects Washington's belief that a nation's ability to defend itself can serve as a powerful deterrent against conflict.
