Thomas Jefferson

Here's an interesting letter from the man who wrote the Declaration of Independence and the 3rd president of the United States. In it Jefferson refutes the establishment of religion in government.

In one famous Jefferson quote he demonizes the role of private banks as institutions which will one day, own everything. Which is ironic considering the face he currently gives to our currency.

On the other hand, it seems as if Jefferson proposed that the banking industry stay a free market in a letter to Albert Gallatin. This sentiment is, perhaps, even more germane to the situation we face today.

Although we may feel that the tasks we currently face are unique to our day and are Herculean in difficulty, it is clear that we have been dealing with many of the same issues since the country's inception. Our growth depends on great men (and women) to push a path forward. And if you ever need be reminded of one, just pull out your lucky two-dollar bill.