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The connection which formerly existed between the Government and banks was in reality injurious to both, as well as to the general interests of the community at large.
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gutenberg.orgMartin Van Buren: “The connection which formerly existed between the Government and banks was in reality injurious to both, as well as to…”
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Van Buren argues that the previous relationship between the government and banks was detrimental to both parties and the public.
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