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It was the introduction of a system to act upon the character and history of our country for an indefinite series of ages.
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John Quincy Adams
Democratic Republican · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Adams reflects on the long-term impact of a system introduced to shape the nation's character and history.

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