On the recordMarch 3, 1799
Do not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.
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presidency.ucsb.eduDo not let anyone claim tribute of American patriotism if they even attempt to remove religion from politics.
Letter to the Bishops of the Episcopal Church
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