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Founding Fathers tied faith to early American politics
The piece surveys John Adams, Thomas Jefferson, George Washington, James Madison and James Monroe, noting their Episcopalian ties, inclusive faith, and emphasis on religious liberty. It highlights Jeffersons Bible edits, Washingtons Thanksgiving proclamation, Adams faith in scripture, Madison defense of religious freedom, and Monroes Episcopalian background with a note on tomorrow's continuation.
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James Monroe
Washington
Jefferson
John Adams
Adams
Jesus
God
Christ
University of Virginia
Margaret Smith
The
National Intelligencer
Capitol Hill
George Washington
Episcopal Church
Virginia
Samuel Otis
Senate
St. Peter's Church
Philadelphia
NEW York
Sid Payne
Long Island Press
Abigail
Massachusetts
John Leland
Madison
St. John's Church