Adams: A Leader Who Chose Peace

“John Adams didn’t just help build America—he fought some of the most powerful men in

it.” John Adams was a leader of the Federalist Party, which believed in

a strong national government. But unlike other Federalists, Adams didn’t always

play along. Before becoming president, Adams served as America’s first

vice president under George Washington. He hated the job, calling it “the most insignificant

office ever invented,” and spent years frustrated and sidelined. His biggest conflict was with Alexander

Hamilton. Hamilton wanted more power, a bigger army, and closer ties

with Britain. Adams didn’t trust him—and the two became bitter rivals. That rivalry split