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As his work, it all claims our regard; and no part bears the imprint of his mind so much as the Preamble and Bill of Rights; nor is any other part authenticated as coming so exclusively from him.
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gutenberg.orgAs his work, it all claims our regard; and no part bears the imprint of his mind so much as the Preamble and Bill of Rights; nor is any other part authenticated as coming so exclusively from him.
In this statement, Sumner asserts that the Preamble and Bill of Rights are deeply reflective of John Adams' intellect and contributions.
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