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From "Thomas Jefferson" by Merwin, Henry Childs
Thomas Jefferson
Third President of the United States, author of the Declaration of Independence, and key figure in the American Revolution.
Core Belief
"Jefferson firmly believed in the power of reason, the importance of individual liberty, and the ability of the people to govern themselves."
Worldview
Jefferson envisioned a nation founded on principles of equality, self-government, and agrarian virtue, where citizens were empowered through education and free from the tyranny of government.
Personality
Intelligent, philosophical, and somewhat reserved, Jefferson was a man of strong convictions and a deep love for liberty, but also possessed a refined sensibility and a desire for social harmony.
In Their Own Words
"“I am in the habit of turning over the next leaf with hope, and, though it often fails me, there is still another and another behind.”"
"“The will of the majority, the natural law of every society, is the only sure guardian of the rights of man.”"
"“I find the pain of a little censure, even when it is unfounded, is more acute than the pleasure of much praise.”"
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