The Autobiography of Calvin Coolidge · Character
Thomas Jefferson
Founding Father and President, cited by Coolidge as a political and philosophical reference.
minor
Also known as Jefferson, President Jefferson
First appearance: iii the law and politics
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Mentioned regarding his opinion on constitutional warrant for executive action.
Thomas Jefferson first appears in 0004 iii the law and politics.
With Calvin Coolidge (psychological): Coolidge admired Jefferson as a historical figure and drew ideological inspiration from his writings. With President Harding (psychological): Harding invoked Jefferson as a historical touchstone for political philosophy. With William S. Tyler (psychological): Tyler, as a historical figure or writer, referenced Jefferson in his works or teachings.
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