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This clip contains reenactments of President John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Open on John Adams seated, then cut to Thomas Jefferson in MCU speaking to President Adams. Jefferson sits, and the camera shoots Adams from behind Jefferson’s right shoulder. They discuss who will be appointed to particular positions as the camera cuts between them. Adams stands up as they argue over Alexander Hamilton, and they also talk about the government in France and Napoleon. Jefferson implores Adams to form a new cabinet, and Adams raises his voice against Jefferson.