Comfort Quote by Thomas Jefferson
“Experience has taught me that manufacturers are now as necessary to our independence as to our comfort.”
About This Quote
Source Letter: to James Madison, 1799
Manufacturers are essential for national independence and comfort.
In simple terms: Industry is vital for freedom and well‑being.
Support domestic manufacturing growth.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- trade policy
- business incentives
- infrastructure investment
- education
- public opinion
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can a nation balance independence with global trade?
- What role should government play in fostering manufacturing?
Global supply chains and political pressures can hinder self‑reliance.