“I can never fear that things will go far wrong where common sense has fair play.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
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The Writings of Thomas Jefferson: Correspondence, contin
The Writings of Thomas Jefferson: Correspondence, continuation is a compilation of Jefferson's extensive correspondence, offering insight into his role in the American Revolution, his presidency, and his contributions to the drafting of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution. more
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more
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