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HAMILTON
Jefferson.
Sh—sh!
Giles.
A bastard, born in the
[Monroe and Jefferson protest; Jefferson rises.
Monroe.
We don't need to discuss his arrival into the world, Giles. I am far more interested in his removal.
[Reynolds turns chair in front of him and puts his feet on it.
Jefferson.
[Moving to c.] We must be prepared for his opposition to the South
Monroe.
It will be a lasting disgrace to this country if the Capital is not in Virginia.
Jefferson.
Too remote, Monroe. You see we've no post-roads. Inaccessible from New England.
Giles.
Damn it! Ain't you workin' for Virginia?
Jefferson.
I'm afraid we cannot hope for Virginia. I believe, though, if we go carefully, there is a chance of getting it for the South.
Monroe.
Where?
