John Adams, second President of these United States, was an imperfect, burdened, yet ever-striving man. In him we recognize the desire to be something more, the concerns about what others might see in us, the struggle for balance between our personal opinions and our public persona. Throughout his life, Adams faced many challenging situations, but perhaps what is even more impressive than how he tackled these issues, or his list of accomplishments, is his humanity. While he did not necessarily believe in the innate goodness inside man, he did something remarkable, though sometimes unintentional–he strove for goodness.

Peyton Dixon: Bio Actor/Historian, Interpreter, Reenactor, Impersonator

John Adams (Peyton Dixon) tells the story of July 1st, 1776.

John Adams (Peyton Dixon) discusses the four most important elements in continuing the spirit of the American Revolution.

John Adams (Peyton Dixon) cross examines Thomas Jefferson (Steve Edenbo) during a CLE for the New Jersey State Bar Association