The White House has issued a statement commemorating the 290th birthday of President John Adams, highlighting his contributions as a Founding Father and his role in securing American independence.
The message notes that Adams was born in colonial Massachusetts and developed values such as faith, hard work, and civic virtue. He gained recognition as a lawyer for his commitment to fairness and courage, including his defense of British soldiers after the Boston Massacre. Adams also served as a delegate to both Continental Congresses and was among the first to advocate for independence from Britain.
His impact extended beyond these roles, with significant involvement in drafting Massachusetts’s Constitution and conducting diplomatic missions in Europe and Britain during the American Revolution. These efforts are credited with supporting the war effort and helping bring about victory.
As the second President of the United States, Adams is recognized for strengthening the Navy, protecting American sovereignty, and overseeing the government’s move to Washington, D.C. The statement says he "made certain that the liberty won by the Patriots of the Revolution would endure for all generations."
The message emphasizes Adams’s belief in rule of law, education, and civic duty. It acknowledges that he faced opposition but remained committed to prioritizing country over politics.
Looking ahead to 250 years of American independence, the current Administration draws parallels between its initiatives and those championed by Adams. According to the statement: "We have renamed the Department of Defense to the Department of War to honor our Nation’s history of military might and to reaffirm America’s unmatched strength in the world. We are restoring the sacred principle of equal justice under the law by rebalancing the scales of justice in our Nation’s halls of power—and we are standing up for America’s longstanding traditions of prayer, faith, and trust in God. We also continue to advance a foreign policy of peace through strength that puts our citizens, our values, and our Nation first."
The message concludes: "On this day, we celebrate a man whose conviction helped give birth to the greatest Nation in history. May we carry forward President Adams’ legacy of strength, duty, and love of country as we work to continue ushering in the Golden Age of America."
