Ben Franklin may have been teased into starting twin 200-year trusts in Boston and Philadelphia, but he nonetheless realized a great idea when he saw one.

He even recognized the potential obstacles that might present themselves to those tasked with executing his grand plan.

More important, we now recognize that, all other things aside, Franklin should be applauded for his eternal optimism in the nation he helped found.

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