There are who gnash their teeth with rage which they dare not own as yet.

We shall soon see whether we have any government or not in this country." The political writings of the younger Adams had now brought him prominently before the public.

They attracted the especial attention of Mr.Jefferson, who saw in them a vastness of comprehension, a maturity of judgment and critical discrimination, which gave large promise of future usefulness and eminence.

Before his retirement from the State Department, he commended the youthful statesman to the favorable regard of President Washington, as one pre-eminently fitted for public service.
General Washington, although a soldier by profession, was a lover of peace.

His policy during his administration of the government, was pre-eminently pacific.