Thomas Jefferson actually said...

I can not, therefore, but recommend the suspension of this act for a reasonable time, on considerations of justice, amity, and the public in...

I have the satisfaction to inform you that the negotiation depending between the United States and the Government of Great Britain is procee...

A step so friendly will afford further evidence that all our proceedings have flowed from views of justice and conciliation.

I have therefore thought proper to issue this my proclamation, warning and enjoining all faithful citizens who have been led without due kno...