All these acts or pretensions of Great Britain, being contrary to the rights of the States of Central America and to the manifest tenor of her stipulations with the United States as understood by this Government, have been made the subject of negotiation through the American minister in London.
This statement reflects Pierce's concerns about Great Britain's actions in Central America, which he views as contrary to the rights of the local states.
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