There are only two creatures of value on the face of the earth: those with the commitment, and those who require the commitment of others. – John Adams
I must study politics and war that my sons may have liberty to study mathematics and philosophy…. – John Adams
Yesterday the greatest question was decided which ever was debated in America; and a greater perhaps never was, nor will be, decided among men. A resolution was passed without one dissenting colony, that these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States. – John Adams
The preservation of the means of knowledge among the lowest ranks is of more importance to the public than all the property of all the rich men in the country. – John Adams