“In a government bottomed on the will of all, the... liberty of every individual citizen becomes interesting to all.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
Work
The Works of Thomas Jefferson: Correspondence and Papers, 1803-1807
The volume presents a comprehensive selection of letters and documents written by Thomas Jefferson during his presidency, providing a detailed look into his political strategies, diplomatic efforts, and personal reflections. It includes correspondence with various figures of the time, shedding light on the political climate and Jefferson's role in shaping American history. 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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Source: The writings of Thomas Jefferson: being his autobiography, correspondence, reports, messages, addresses, and other writings, official and private : published by the order of the Joint Committee of Congress on the Library, from the original manuscripts, deposited in the Department of State
“Laws provide against injury from others; but not from ourselves.”
Source: The Works of Thomas Jefferson: Correspondence 1771 - 1779, the Summary View, and the Declaration of Independence
“It is the old practice of despots to use a part of the people to keep the rest in order.”
Source: The Writings of Thomas Jefferson: Correspondence
“Politics is the most concentrated expression of economics.”
“Face the truth squarely. In politics that is always the best and the only correct attitude.”
“Honesty in politics is the result of strength; hypocrisy is the result of weakness.”