Jefferson’s Advice to President Trump – Words from the Sage of Monticello

The powers and responsibilities of the Presidency are just days away for Donald Trump.  While the winds of invectiveness continue to howl, what better source of soothing balm for the President-elect than the words of President Jefferson?  We bring forward Jefferson’s advice from his first inaugural address.

Jefferson’s Advice

March 4, 1801 was Jefferson’s first inauguration day.  It was the first inauguration to witness a change in power across political parties.  It was also the first inauguration held in Washington, D.C.  Jefferson walked to the ceremony early that afternoon to deliver his address.

Jefferson's Advice
The Capital in 1801

So here is Thomas Jefferson’s advice to President Trump, words that resonate for any President in the role of President: Continue reading “Jefferson’s Advice to President Trump – Words from the Sage of Monticello”