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Extract from Thomas Jefferson to James Heaton

Monticello May 20. 26.

the revolution in public opinion which this case requires, is not to be expected in a day, or perhaps in an age. but time, which outlives all things, will outlive this evil also.

PoC (DLC).
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Author
Thomas Jefferson
Recipient
James Heaton
Date Range
1821 - 1830
Date
May 20, 1826
Collection
Quotes by and about Thomas Jefferson
Repository
DLC
Quote Category
Slavery

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