Purchase Solution

John Adams : Founding Father and Statesman

Not what you're looking for?

Ask Custom Question

In your opinion, who was the most effective and influential president in the early days of the American nation until 1824? Cite evidence that supports your choice.

Purchase this Solution
Solution Summary

The solution is an 848-word essay entitled "Pres. John Adams (in office 1789-1797): Founding Father & Statesman," on the life and achievements of Pres. John Adams to support the position that Adams was the most effective and influential US President in the early years of the American nation. References are listed to expand on the information provided.

Solution Preview

Dear Student,
Hello. The solution below is based on personal opinion/take. There are several Founding Fathers that have occupied the Presidential office in said period, all having left an indelible mark to the shaping of the country while they were in office. That said, I hope this solution will be of help to you. Should you have any questions, please feel free to ask. Good luck & thank you for using Brainmass.

Sincerely,
OTA 105878/Xenia Jones
-------------------------------------------------------

Pres. John Adams (in office 1789-1797): Founding Father & Statesman

"We ought to consider what is the end of government, before we determine which is the best form. Upon this point all speculative politicians will agree, that the happiness of society is the end of government, as all divines and moral philosophers will agree that the happiness of the individual is the end of man. From this principle it will follow, that the form of government which communicates ease, comfort, security, or, in one word, happiness, to the greatest number of persons, and in the greatest degree, is the best."

- John Adams, 1776, 'Thoughts on Government'

John Adams (1735-1826) entered politics out of civic duty. He was a farmer as well as an educated lawyer from a family of very passionate patriots (he was cousins with pre-Revolutionary leader Samuel Adams) from northern Massachusetts. Theirs was a modest family hailing from the very first Puritans that settled in the colonies. Thus, he greatly valued the ideals of freedom ...

Solution provided by:
Xenia Rochelle Jones, MA, PhD (IP)
Education
  • MPhil/PhD (IP), Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
  • MA, Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
  • Certificate, Geva Ulpan (via Universita Tel Aviv)
  • BA, University of the Philippines
Recent Feedback
  • "Thank you!:)"
  • "Excellent, thank you!:)"
  • "Thank you for your timely help. I have submitted another posting (656038) and assigned it directly to you. Please help."
  • "Thank you so much for your timely help. Much appreciated."
  • "Thanks so much for your support."
Purchase this Solution
Free BrainMass Quizzes
African Nationalism and Independence

Students can test their knowledge about African nationalism and independence.

The Slavery Question in the American Territories

This quiz will test your knowledge about various laws and policies on slavery in the U.S. during the 19th century.

Social Studies European Review

A knowledge base of history is important to understanding our world today. Take a few moments on this quick review of Europe.

Vocabulary Quiz: Europe

Quiz yourself with basic vocabulary related to Europe! These questions are important for understanding history in social studies.

America Fighting for Good - World War II : 1940 - 1945

The quiz will test your knowledge of America and its role in World War II - how it avoided the war, got involved and emerged as a world power and forever losing its isolationist policy.

View More Free Quizzes
Related BrainMass Solutions

  • US Women's Education Post Revolution

    Women, despite their intelligence and wisdom influence society by influencing their husbands just as Abigail Smith influence her husband, founding father John Adams.

  • US History

    '.He is second cousin to US Pres. and fellow Founding Father John Adams.

  • Facts about U.S Constitution

    Constitution was a first step and written by the founding Father, even though Jefferson and Adams did not sign it, it was still their views, I would think. Over time, the U.S.

  • Marbury vs. Madison Case

    Madison are that the presidential candidate John Adams after losing his bid for reelection in 1800 sought to stack the number of Federalist judges in an attempt to increase the circuit courts to curry political power for his party despite their lost in

  • Rhetoric of the American Revolution & its Social Impact

    Abigail Adams, the wife of John Adams was an advocate and practitioner of Republican Motherhood encouraging her children to roles in government and to take on the responsibilities of citizenship above all else.

  • Review of Select readings in US History

    Letters between Abigail & John Adams Abigail Smith Adams was wife of Vice President John Adams (to George Washington) who after Washington served as the second American President.

  • Leadership traits of the writers of the US Constitution

    His prestige in the treasury department was as the elder statesman, which influenced the behavior of other people (The American Revolution, 2004). John Adams: John Adams was the second president and the politician of US.

  • Short analysis of Abigail Adams' Letters

    Imagine John Adams' responses to these letters and respond (as John) to each of them. Here's what he replied to her "Remember the Ladies" letter: As to your extraordinary Code of Laws, I cannot but laugh.

  • Administrative Law

    After choosing a founding father, you may want to briefly define the federalist representative form of government (federalism) and briefly compare and contrast it to other forms of government.

View More Related Solutions