"According to Adams, Jefferson proposed that he, Adams,……" — David McCullough
"According to Adams, Jefferson proposed that he, Adams, do the writing [pf the Declaration of Independence], but that he declined, telling Jefferson he must do it. Why?" Jefferson asked, as Adams would recount. Reasons enough," Adams said. What can be your reasons?" Reason first: you are a Virginian and a Virginian ought to appear at the head of this business. Reason second: I am obnoxious, suspected and unpopular. You are very much otherwise. Reason third: You can write ten times better than I can."
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David McCullough
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96 Quotes by David McCullough
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To this noble end the delegates had pledged their lives, their fortunes, and their sacred honor.
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