Thomas Jefferson letter goes on the market – containing a prescient warning for Trump today
Summary
A letter written by Thomas Jefferson in 1787, advising the new United States on key priorities like peace, paying debts, improving laws, and supporting farming, is now for sale. The letter was sent to David Rittenhouse and reflects concerns that remain relevant today, especially as some of Jefferson’s advice contrasts with actions taken by President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- Thomas Jefferson wrote the letter in 1787 while serving as minister to France.
- The letter advises peace, paying off national debt, improving constitutions, and expanding agriculture.
- Jefferson sent the letter to David Rittenhouse, a scientist and friend who built telescopes.
- The letter is being sold by Raab Collection, a private dealer in historical documents, for about $285,000.
- The letter draws attention to issues from the founding of the US that still exist today, such as war, debt, and governance challenges.
- President Donald Trump has praised Jefferson and installed a bronze statue of him in the White House Rose Garden.
- The article compares Jefferson’s advice with current challenges under President Trump, including national debt surpassing $40 trillion and ongoing conflicts abroad.
- Jefferson’s letter was written shortly after the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia, an event key to America's founding.
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