Jefferson’s First Inaugural Address LAD #9

Jefferson was the founding father of the Anti-Federalist party, so in his address he advocated for the rights of the states and the people. He also supported strict interpretations of the Constitution and therefore mentions specific principles from the Constitution, such as popular sovereignty. He also enforces the concept of national unity and wants to make sure that Americans have an opportunity to create their own lives and have freedoms. He states that the people should trust the new Federal Government because it is run for the people, by the people and is stronger than ever. Lastly, he acknowledges that not everyone will always agree with him and the policies he implements, but will do his best to provide for the nation.

Pictures: I chose a picture of Thomas Jefferson as well as a picture of Barack Obama because he gave an inaugural address, too. Obama talked about national unity in his speech, like Jefferson and wanted to provide for the people of America and give them opportunities to succeed. They both wanted to make changes and further improve the nation and addressed similar topics in their speeches.