On this day in 1779, the Continental Congress appointed me to travel to negotiate peace treaties and commerce with Great Britain during the Revolutionary War.
Everyone’s tweeting about George Washington, demanding to see his calendars from 1776, saying he could’ve engaged in sexual misconduct, but you’re missing the real story.
It’s about time I added my voice to the #MeToo movement. I have something to say about Thomas Jefferson.
Today in 1775, the Continental Congress adopted the Olive Branch Petition, written by John Dickinson, which expressed hope for reconciliation between the colonies & Great Britain.
John was hoping to avoid a final break with Britain, but as you know, that didn't happen LOLZ.
Today in 1776, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence, which proclaimed the independence of the United States of America from Great Britain and King George III!
Happy 4th of July!
On this day in 1803, the Supreme Court decided the landmark case of William Marbury vs James Madison, and confirmed the ability of the Supreme Court to limit Congressional power by declaring legislation unconstitutional!
Not sure why my wife's name had to be mentioned in this, but Jefferson should apologize regardless. ⚡️ “Thomas Jefferson accused of inappropriate behavior”
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It's 1775 & the Second Continental Congress is meeting in Philadelphia to establish a committee of SECRET CORRESPONDENCE! 🗣The goal is to provide European nations with OUR side of the story on this whole Britain thing... this is our chance to solicit aid for the war! 💰