Rick – I’m not particularly qualifed to weigh in, but in my own order of preference — as opposed to the tough issue of “leadership” — I’d say Madison, Hamilton, Washington, Adams, Jefferson. In terms of “greatness” I’d say Washington, Jefferson, Madison, Adams, Hamilton. But that’s without a lot of reflection so I’m open to argument. But, for the record, I’ve really never liked Jefferson even if I’m willing to concede his smarts and all that.
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