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John Adams, who was the second President of the United States (1797-1801), once said "No

man who ever held the office of president would congratulate a friend on obtaining it." What did
he mean by that statement?

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Adams VP was Thomas Jefferson, who ended up running against him in the election of 1800. Adams lost to Jefferson, explaining the bitter statement.

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Answer: Adams VP was Thomas Jefferson, who ended up running against him in the election of 1800. Adams lost to Jefferson, explaining the bitter statement.

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