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Letters from Jean Rousseau

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Jean Rousseau to Benjamin Franklin, November 25, 1783

From Jean Rousseau
To Benjamin Franklin
November 25, 1783

Jean Rousseau proposes to Benjamin Franklin that the American Congress should not have a fixed seat but instead rotate its meetings among the thirteen united provinces to reduce jealousy and promote unity and equality. He believes this approach could help maintain harmony among the states. Rousseau shares this idea after discussing with North American gentlemen and reflects on its importance despite his personal uncertainties.