Farewell Address
09/18/1796
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The nation that expects to be ignorant and free, expects what never was and never will be.
A well-informed citizenry is essential to a functioning democracy.
The preservation of the sacred fire of liberty and the destiny of the republican model of government are justly consider...
The best and noblest form of government is that which is founded on the will of the people.