1776 musical debate scene

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    Modern politicians can't pass a budget, but in 1776, they were debating independence, drafting the Declaration, and compromising on slavery,all while singing. We really downgraded as a nation. 🎬📺 1776 ('72)❤️🔥

    Transcript (en)

    Are there any objections to the declaration being approved as it now stands? I have one, Mr. Hancock. You, Mr. Adams? Yes, Mr. Jefferson. It so happens that the word is unalienable, not inalienable. I'm sorry, Mr. Adams, but inalienable is correct. I happen to be a Harvard graduate, Mr. Jefferson. I attended William and Mary, Mr. Adams. Gentlemen, please. Mr. Jefferson, will you yield to Mr. Adams' request? No, sir. I will not. Oh, very well. I withdraw it. Oh, good for you, John. I'll speak to the printer about it later on Very well, gentlemen We are about to brave the storm in a skiff made of paper And how it shall end God only knows That's a pretty large signature, Johnny So fat George in London can read it without his glasses © BF-WATCH TV 2021