LAD #7 Jefferson’s Inaugural Address

Jefferson opens his speech saying that he is grateful to have been elected as president. He then goes on to say that. He then is humble as he says that he is not fully ready for the responsibilities of presidency. He states that he will use the help of both the people and his cabinet during his presidency. He says that he will use the constitution as a reference to find resources of wisdom, of virtue, and of zeal on which to rely under all difficulties. He then says that all the people of the United States must unite under the law and for the common good. He states that all the people are equal and have the same rights under the constitution. He goes on to say that he believes that the republican form government is the strongest because every man has a say in the government. Furthermore, Jefferson believes that the people must embrace freedom. He wants to make sure that all basic rights are protected under the law and the government. He also states that the country’s militia will also protect them. It is clear that Jefferson truly believes in protecting each individual’s rights in his speech. At the conclusion of his inauguration he states that his thankfulness for the people for voting for him. Thought, he says that he will make mistakes and decisions that people will not agree with. However, he wants the citizens to understand that he will not intentionally make citizens bad for the nation. His intentions are to strengthen the country. He concludes by asking a power that runs the universe to look over him and the nation to guide the country, he wants the country to enjoy peace and prosperity.