“Our country is too large to have all its affairs directed by a single government. Public servants at such a distance, and from under the eye of their constituents, must, from the circumstance of distance, be unable to administer and overlook all the details necessary for the good government of the citizens; and the same circumstance, by rendering detection impossible to their constituents, will invite public agents to corruption, plunder and waste.”
Quote by Thomas Jefferson
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Memoir, correspondence, and miscellanies from the papers of T. Jefferson
Memoir, correspondence, and miscellanies from the papers of T. Jefferson is a collection of documents that provide a comprehensive view of the personal and professional life of Thomas Jefferson. The volume includes his correspondence, personal reflections, and various other writings, shedding light on his political beliefs, scientific pursuits, and personal experiences. 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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