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John Adams

~ 1735 - 1826

John Adams was the second President of the United States, serving from 1797 to 1801. He was a key figure in the American Revolution and played a crucial role in drafting the Declaration of Independence. Adams is known for his dedication to independence and his commitment to building a strong foundation for the new nation.

  1. Because power corrupts, society's demands for moral authority and character increase as the importance of the position increases.

    John Adams
    #power#morality#authority

  2. All the perplexities, confusion and distress in America arise, not from defects in their Constitution or Confederation, not from want of honor or virtue, so much as from the downright ignorance of the nature of coin, credit and circulation.

    John Adams
    #coin#ignorance#distress

  3. Old minds are like old horses; you must exercise them if you wish to keep them in working order.

    John Adams
    #minds#exercise#knowledge

  4. Liberty cannot be preserved without general knowledge among the people.

    John Adams
    #liberty#knowledge#society