Benjamin Franklin is known by almost every American as a great and significant part of the history of the United States. Franklin is considered “The First American”, not only because of his quest for America’s freedom, but for his numerous scientific accomplishments, his politics, and his publications. A large part of Franklin’s fame comes from his plan of self-improvement and his concept of living deliberately. Although he his is thought of as a …showed first 75 words of 1651 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1651 total…that Franklin might have only been looking at a small portion of one’s self not the entire thing. In conclusion to understand something fully it must be looked at from all perspectives. In this case, to better understand Franklin, we must understand Lawrence’s point of view. Then take both views in to account and make a decision. In this case I feel that Franklin wins the argument although Lawrence had some interesting thoughts.