"Some other States are, in my opinion, falling into very foolish and wicked plans of emitting paper money. I cannot however give up my hopes and expectations that we shall 'ere long adopt a more just and liberal system of policy. What circumstances will lead, or what misfortunes will compel us to it, is more than can be told without the spirit of prophecy." | by: | George Washington
(1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country' |
Source: | George Washington to Thomas Jefferson, August 1, 1786 |
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