1To John Adams from Thomas Brand Hollis, 15 October 1787 (Adams Papers)
I have read, more than once your defence of the constitutions of America and am instructed, entertained and convinced. you have proved your principle most masterly and satisfactorily from History, nothing now remains but that your country may benefit of your labors by putting your principles in execution. “opinionum commenta delet dies naturæ judicia confirmat.” Fears I have and great they...