It was remembered that Louisiana had been acquired from France, Florida from Spain, the independent Republic of Texas annexed, and California, with its vast dependencies, and its myriad millions of treasure, ceded by Mexico, all under Democratic administrations, and in spite of the resistance of their opponents.
Blaine lists significant territorial acquisitions made under Democratic administrations, highlighting their achievements.
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That is his work and it cannot properly be taken out of his hands.
Their success as civil magistrates, as legislators, as executives was not less marked and meritorious than their illustrious service in war.
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