Speaker, I am here this day to speak, and I say that I do speak, for the people of Maryland, who are loyal to the United States; and that when my judgment is contested, I appeal to the people for its accuracy, and I am ready to maintain it before them.
Creswell emphasizes his duty to speak for the loyal people of Maryland and his commitment to defend his judgment.
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