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I ask him to show its necessity; I ask him to show any good purpose it can serve; I ask him to show why it is brought forward on this occasion, unless to commit Congress to the policy of annexion.
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He challenges the necessity of the resolution, questioning its purpose and intent regarding annexation.
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I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
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