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Martin Van Buren: It is only by such a course that the confidence and good will of the community can be preserved, and in the sequel the…

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It is only by such a course that the confidence and good will of the community can be preserved, and in the sequel the best interests of the institutions themselves promoted.
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Martin Van Buren
Democratic · New York

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This statement reflects Van Buren's belief in the importance of maintaining public confidence for the benefit of financial institutions.

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