On the record
The election of a man to the Presidency in conformity with the Constitution of the United States would not justify an attempt to dissolve the Union.
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Adlai Stevenson
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Editor's note · Context
Stevenson emphasizes the importance of adhering to constitutional principles in the face of political challenges.
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