John Quincy Adams provides a thorough analysis of the political philosophy of Fisher Ames and its relation to the founding principles of the United States. Ames was a key figure in the early days of the Republic and his ideas about democracy, morality, and the role of government continue to influence American political thought. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in American history and political theory. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.