Adams deemed and maintained, was unconstitutional; and he called upon the supporters of the bill to point out the article, section, or paragraph, of the constitution, which authorized Congress to confer it on the President.
Quincy critiques the constitutionality of a bill regarding the President's authority over Louisiana, showcasing Adams' commitment to constitutional limits.
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