4258. KENTUCKY RESOLUTIONS (1798), Presentation of.—
I entirely approve
of the confidence you have reposed in Mr.
Breckenridge, as he possesses mine entirely.
I had imagined it better these resolutions should
have originated with North Carolina. But perhaps
the late changes in their representation
may indicate some doubt whether they could
have passed. In that case, it is better they
should come from Kentucky. I understand you
intend soon to go as far as Mr. Madison's. You
know of course I have no secrets from him. I
wish him, therefore, to be consulted as to these
resolutions.—
To W. C. Nicholas.
Ford ed., vii, 281.
(M.
Oct. 5, 1798)
