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I endeavor to keep their attention fixed on the main objects of all science, the freedom & happiness of man. ✨ Thomas Jefferson, Brett F. Woods (2009). Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution, p.243, Algora Publishing
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I endeavor to keep their attention fixed on the main objects of all science, the freedom & happiness of man. ✨ Thomas Jefferson, Brett F. Woods (2009). Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution, p.243, Algora Publishing

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