doi:10.7916/3pev-0g31Document, 1786 March 16correspondencetextUnited States--History--Revolution, 1775-1783Jay, John, 1745-1829Experience has pointed out the need for revision of the national government. Convention proposed by Virginia. may do some good, but would do more if it comprehended more objects. If plan for convention should mature, hopes Washington will give the nation the benefit of his "counsels on such an important and single occasion."