John Adams
John Adams
John Adamswas an American lawyer, author, statesman, and diplomat. He served as the second President of the United States, the first Vice President, and as a Founding Father was a leader of American independence from Great Britain. Adams was a political theorist in the Age of Enlightenment who promoted republicanism and a strong central government. His innovative ideas were frequently published. He was also a dedicated diarist and correspondent, particularly with his wife and key advisor Abigail...
NationalityAmerican
ProfessionPresident
Date of Birth30 October 1735
CountryUnited States of America
It is wrong to admit into the Constitution the idea that there can be property in man
Inequalities of mind and body are so established by God Almighty, in his constitution of human nature, that no art or policy can ever plane them down to a level
The divine science of government is the science of social happiness, and the blessings of society depend entirely on the constitutions of government.
We have no Constitution which functions in the absence of a moral people
The Constitution is ...the greatest single effort of national deliberation that the world has ever seen
I've seen a lot of convention centers. But this building is truly special: The feel. The light. The vibe is terrific.
These bickerings of opposite parties, and their mutual reproaches their declamations, their sing-song, their triumphs and defiance, their dismal and prophecies, are all delusion
Courage and perseverance have a magic talisman, before which difficulties and obstacles vanish into air.
Duncan's counsel simply cannot be prepared to try three homicide cases in such a short period of time.
We are going to check whether signing up people automatically will help stem the denial and apathy about flood risk which can discourage people from registering for flood warnings.
We went out flat. We underachieved, our energy was low and we underestimated our opponent.
Books that cannot bear examination, certainly ought not to be established as divine inspiration by penal laws
Birth and wealth together have prevailed over virtue and talent in all ages
There's no outcome-based goal (tonight). We're going to wrestle tough, have some fun and relish the fact that we made it as a team. I'm not too worried about the score.