isFranklin added, “We may need to endure for a time, and it will be a hardship for many. But we will win.” Then he laughed. “But you know that, don"t you?”
“If I may,” said Jefferson. “You, sir, have pointed to our failings, our exclusion of women and slaves in our considerations. Let me say we are circumspect. Many factors are evolving, and we must remain united.”
Adams said, “I abhor the institution. Thomas has written the same. But until we are able to confer without a war on our platter, we dare not divide the Cause.”
Nat jumped in. “Your wife disagrees with you, Mr. Adams.” He glared for a moment.
“Abigail has said that denying a place for the ladies makes us no better than the government from which we seek to unburden ourselves. We must tread carefully. I have been told that we w
