From the letters of John Adams
Dear Mr. Hamilton, I am currently attempting, with whatever influence I may hold over the Government and Mr. Jefferson, to form just such a delegation. Please be advised that I find your particular inclusion somewhat unlikely, given the ill-will between Mr. Jefferson and yourself. I know not if Jefferson will accept my advice, I hope for the sake of the country he will. He seems at least somewhat open to the suggestion of Mr. Monroe. Patience Mr. Hamilton, our President may be misguided, and wrong headed, but he does not hate the country, and I can only hope he will see the nations interests given time.
Dear Mr. Hamilton, I am currently attempting, with whatever influence I may hold over the Government and Mr. Jefferson, to form just such a delegation. Please be advised that I find your particular inclusion somewhat unlikely, given the ill-will between Mr. Jefferson and yourself. I know not if Jefferson will accept my advice, I hope for the sake of the country he will. He seems at least somewhat open to the suggestion of Mr. Monroe. Patience Mr. Hamilton, our President may be misguided, and wrong headed, but he does not hate the country, and I can only hope he will see the nations interests given time.