Topic · on the record
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The progress of our affairs since the last session has been such as may justly be claimed and expected under a Government deriving all its powers from an enlightened people, and under laws formed by their representatives, on great…
I transmit herewith to the Senate a report from the Secretary of State
We have seen them everywhere paying their taxes, direct and indirect, with the greatest promptness and alacrity.
The destruction of the Capitol by the enemy having made it necessary that other accommodations should be provided for the meeting of Congress, chambers for the Senate and for the House of Representatives, with other requisite apartments…
Justice must be the foundation of all government actions.
Good government is built on the principles of justice and equality.
I now transmit to the Senate that treaty and other documents connected with it.
Gentlemen of the Senate and House of Representatives: