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De Alexander: “The responsibility was upon him, and the people, irrespective of party, should strengthen his hands until danger had…”

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The responsibility was upon him, and the people, irrespective of party, should strengthen his hands until danger had disappeared and the government was re-established in all its strength.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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In this statement, Alexander emphasizes the collective responsibility of the people to support their government during times of danger.

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