Quote by John Adams

My country has contrived for me the most insignificant office that ever the invention of man contrived or his imagination conceived.

My country has contrived for me the most insignificant offic

Summary

This quote reflects the speaker's discontent with the role or position they hold in their country. The use of the word "insignificant" conveys a sense of frustration or disillusionment with the perceived lack of importance or impact their office has. The emphasis on the office being invented by humans suggests that it is an artificial construct rather than a meaningful or significant role. Overall, the quote highlights the speaker's dissatisfaction with the perceived lack of meaningfulness or purpose in their position within their country.

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By John Adams

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