Quote by Thomas Jefferson

It was more in our spirit to let things come to rights by the plain dictates of common sense than by the practice of any artifices.

It was more in our spirit to let things come to rights by th

Summary

This quote suggests that the speaker or group values resolving issues through logical and straightforward means, rather than relying on deceit or manipulation. They believe in relying on common sense and principles of reason to rectify situations, rather than resorting to any cunning or trickery. This approach reflects their preference for honesty and transparency in problem-solving, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and practicality in finding solutions.

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Commonsense

By Thomas Jefferson

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