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Quote from Thomas Jefferson,


"The trifling economy of paper, as a cheaper medium, or its convenience for transmission, weighs nothing in opposition to the advantages of the precious metals; that it is liable to be abused, has been, is, and forever
will be abused, in every country in which it is permitted; that it is already at a term of abuse in these States, which has never been reached by any other nation."


By:

Thomas Jefferson (more quotes by Thomas Jefferson or books by/about Thomas Jefferson)


(1743-1826), US Founding Father, drafted the Declaration of Independence, 3rd US President

Source:

 letter to his son-in-law John Wayles Eppes on June, 24, 1813

Categories:

Economics, Money, Fiat

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