The improvement in their condition has been rapid, and it is believed that they are now fitted to enjoy the advantages of a simple form of government, which has been submitted to them and received their sanction; and I can not too strongly urge this subject upon the attention of Congress.
Van Buren emphasizes the rapid improvement in the condition of relocated tribes and urges Congress to support their governance.
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