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John Adams Beliefs: An Analysis
When it comes to all of the founders I would have to say I agree most with Benjamin Franklin and his beliefs. As it was with John Adams in the last question I agree with him more than others because he once said "Those who would give up essential Liberty, to purchase a little temporary Safety, deserve neither Liberty nor Safety." This statement is saying you should not give up your freedom and who you are to feel safe even for a smallest moment. Yes, you may never feel safe. Yes, you may believe you would give anything for that feeling, but if you do give it all up you can never get it back. So is it truly worth

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