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He had allied himself to the enemies of the right of petition and the freedom of debate, as the means of conciliating the South.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Julian: “He had allied himself to the enemies of the right of petition and the freedom of debate, as the means of conciliating…”
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Julian criticizes Van Buren for aligning with those who opposed the right to petition, showcasing his commitment to civil liberties.
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