LAD#7- Jefferson's First Inaugural Address

The election of Thomas Jefferson was a trying time for the young United States. This was due to the fact that although Jefferson was the third president of the nation, he was the first anti-federalist president. This caused a number of problems; one of these problems being a split vote in the election between him and Aaron Burr. However he became president as the House of Representatives voted him into office. With the title came a huge undertaking as he proclaims in the address as well as thanking those who voted for him to become president. With the recognition of the difficulty that he was about to face as leader of the nation he declared himself right for the job, stating he will use his wisdom, virtue, zeal and aid of the constitution to guide the young nation in such trying times. He also announces that even with the challenges awaiting him and the nation, he felt that this was the greatest government in the world. Jefferson comprehends the fact of the creation and establishment of the different political parties may increase conflict but will be or the betterment of the country as a whole providing different sides and viewpoints to most issues. Finally he gives his word to carry out his duties as commander and chief to the best of his abilities with the intent on creating a better country for all to live in.