Author |
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848 |
Title |
State of the Union Addresses of John Quincy Adams
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Credits |
Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines
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Summary |
"State of the Union Addresses of John Quincy Adams" by John Quincy Adams is a historical account comprising the annual addresses delivered by Adams during his presidency in the early 19th century. This collection offers insight into the political climate, domestic policies, and foreign relations of the United States from 1825 to 1828. The addresses reflect Adams' vision for the nation, highlighting his commitment to national improvement, peace, and economic prosperity. The opening of this collection introduces Adams' first State of the Union address, delivered on December 6, 1825. In this address, he expresses gratitude for the blessings of peace and prosperity that the country enjoys. Adams discusses key themes, including the United States' commercial relations with other nations, the importance of mutual respect and reciprocity in trade agreements, and ongoing efforts to improve the internal infrastructure and administration of the government. He emphasizes the need for legislation that benefits the common good and reflects on the nation's growth in population and resources since independence. Throughout his addresses, Adams seeks to outline clear directives for the Congress, urging the legislative body to consider both current issues and long-term visions for the nation's prosperity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
J: Political science
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Subject |
Presidents -- United States -- Messages
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Subject |
Speeches, addresses, etc., American
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Subject |
Adams, John Quincy, 1767-1848 -- Messages
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Subject |
United States -- Politics and government -- Sources
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
5015 |
Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
Most Recently Updated |
Nov 20, 2014 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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