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Summary Of Thomas Jefferson's First Inaugural Address

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Thomas Jefferson depicted his philosophical view of the government through his First Inaugural Address. He calls what is The United States at the time, a rising nation and mentions the honor he feels because he knows the great responsibility it takes to be the president. The people who could vote (at the time) chose him to influence the nation. Through guidance and support, Jefferson wants to obtain, “Equal and exact justice to all men, of whatever state or persuasion, religious or political; peace, commerce, and honest friendship with all nations, entangling alliances with none;” He can see the potential in the early United States and desired a bright future for it. In a six paragraph layout, Thomas Jefferson focuses on his belief that
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