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Massachusetts
John Adams
Atlas of Independence
John Adams
1735–1826 • Massachusetts
2nd President
Most Important Quote
“Facts are stubborn things.”
Biography
Lawyer who defended the British soldiers at the Boston Massacre, championed independence in Congress, and served as the Republic's second President.
Stances
Federalist. Believed in a strong executive, a navy, and the rule of law over passions of the mob.