Send a Quote Enter a brief message. SendOk2 “If men are to be precluded from offering their sentiments on a matter which may involve the most serious and alarming consequences that can invite the consideration of mankind, reason is of no use; the freedom of speech may be taken away, and dumb and silent we may be led, like sheep to the slaughter.” ~ George Washington (1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country'Source: Address to officers of the Army, 15 March 1783