LAD # 7 Jefferson's First Inaugural Address

In Jefferson's opening statements in his address he thanks his "fellow-citizens" who are assembled and look toward him. He also makes clear that he is aware of the great task of holding office and states that if he is ever in despair he will look to the wisdom and virtues of other authorities provided by the Constitution. Jefferson also encourages legistlators and associates to guide and support him in order to secure the nation in a safe position despite other elements in a troubled world.
Jefferson continues in his second paragraph to describe some of his goals for the nation. Jefferson calls for unity and the restoration of social intercourse. He also rejects the idea of religious intolerance and promotes the prosperity of a Republican government. Jefferson goes into further detail about how a Republican government has proven to be effective even though its been critized by others for being weak. However the prosperity of a Republic is proven successful when in compared to their former government, a monarchy. Therefore, "with courage and confidence" the nation should continue to pursue the Federalist and Republican principles in order for the people of the nation to be happy and prosperous. A Repbulican government is also necessary due to the fact that it will restrain men from hurting eachother and therefore one will be able to pursue of life of industry and improvement as a result.
Jefferson goes on to say that he will obey all essential laws of the government in hopes that peace, liberty and safety will be regained by the nation during his occupancy in office. Also he then admits thats some of his decisions will be wrong however he will always be considering wrong to someone with a different point of view and asks for "indulgence in his errors." At this, Jefferson ends the address by saying that he will do his best to uphold the extraordinary responsibilities and duties of a president and yet says that he will remain in office until the people decide that he is no longer a good choice to be occupying office.