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Acquiescence in this just principle by the people of the new States has naturally promoted a disposition to adopt the most liberal policy in the sale of the public lands.
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gutenberg.orgMartin Van Buren: “Acquiescence in this just principle by the people of the new States has naturally promoted a disposition to adopt the…”
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Van Buren notes that the acceptance of federal land ownership has led to a more generous approach to land sales.
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