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It extends to such acts, done on land, which interfere with, obstruct, or prevent the due exercise of the power to regulate commerce and navigation with foreign nations and among the States.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

This statement elaborates on the extent of Congress's power to regulate commerce, including land actions that affect navigation.

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