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“Every constitution, then, every law naturally expires at the end of 19 years...If it be enforced longer, it is an act of force and not of right... The people cannot assemble themselves; their representation is unequal and vicious. Various checks are opposed to every legislative proposition. Factions get possession of public councils. Bribery corrupts them. Personal interests lead them astray from the general interests of their constituents; and other impediments arise so as to prove to every practical man that a law of limited duration is much more manageable than one that needs repeal...”

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Book:The Papers of Thomas Jefferson
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The Papers of Thomas Jefferson

This extensive compilation offers a detailed look into the life and thoughts of Thomas Jefferson, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. It includes a vast array of his correspondence, drafts of important documents, and personal reflections, offering a rich resource for understanding his role in American history and his contributions to the nation's political and intellectual development. 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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