Thomas Jefferson swore into office on March 4, 1801. On that day he became the third man to do so. He begins his address with a conveyance to the people of his gratitude for the opportunity he has received. Jefferson portrays modesty and humility at the start. He says that he will look to the Constitution for guidance in making decisions. One of his goals is for a united, yet tolerant, country. So, although the government is based on majority vote, the minority groups will also be heard, even those who don't agree with the Republican view. Jefferson believes that a Republican form of government is the strongest and that the people should go forth with confidence that it is. Every aspect will be bettered: economy, government, society. Jefferson's principles are equal justice for all men, support and preservation of the government, a well trained militia, and a following of the Constitution (freedoms of speech, press, etc.) He concludes his speech by pledging to uphold these principles and do his best to bring peace and prosperity to America. He asks for peoples' forgiveness when he makes mistakes, and he asks they keep confidence in him.
Saturday, October 10, 2015
LAD #9: Jefferson's First Inaugural Address
Summary of Jefferson's First Innaugural Address -
Thomas Jefferson swore into office on March 4, 1801. On that day he became the third man to do so. He begins his address with a conveyance to the people of his gratitude for the opportunity he has received. Jefferson portrays modesty and humility at the start. He says that he will look to the Constitution for guidance in making decisions. One of his goals is for a united, yet tolerant, country. So, although the government is based on majority vote, the minority groups will also be heard, even those who don't agree with the Republican view. Jefferson believes that a Republican form of government is the strongest and that the people should go forth with confidence that it is. Every aspect will be bettered: economy, government, society. Jefferson's principles are equal justice for all men, support and preservation of the government, a well trained militia, and a following of the Constitution (freedoms of speech, press, etc.) He concludes his speech by pledging to uphold these principles and do his best to bring peace and prosperity to America. He asks for peoples' forgiveness when he makes mistakes, and he asks they keep confidence in him.
Thomas Jefferson swore into office on March 4, 1801. On that day he became the third man to do so. He begins his address with a conveyance to the people of his gratitude for the opportunity he has received. Jefferson portrays modesty and humility at the start. He says that he will look to the Constitution for guidance in making decisions. One of his goals is for a united, yet tolerant, country. So, although the government is based on majority vote, the minority groups will also be heard, even those who don't agree with the Republican view. Jefferson believes that a Republican form of government is the strongest and that the people should go forth with confidence that it is. Every aspect will be bettered: economy, government, society. Jefferson's principles are equal justice for all men, support and preservation of the government, a well trained militia, and a following of the Constitution (freedoms of speech, press, etc.) He concludes his speech by pledging to uphold these principles and do his best to bring peace and prosperity to America. He asks for peoples' forgiveness when he makes mistakes, and he asks they keep confidence in him.
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