I have but one system of ethics for men and for nations

Thomas Jefferson
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I have but one system of ethics for men and for nations - to be grateful, to be faithful to all engagements under all circumstances, to be open and generous, promoting in the long run even the interests of both ✨ Thomas Jefferson (1861). Correspondence, p.135
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I have but one system of ethics for men and for nations - to be grateful, to be faithful to all engagements under all circumstances, to be open and generous, promoting in the long run even the interests of both ✨ Thomas Jefferson (1861). Correspondence, p.135

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