“Joan Sebastian Guerrero should still be alive.”
“This President needs guardrails, not a blank check”
“I cannot vote to fund an illegal war with no justification, no set goal, and no exit strategy.”
“This cannot be acceptable in America.”
“Federal investment like this can transform lives and economies.”
“Anyone responsible for wrongdoing must be held accountable.”

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On the recordFebruary 4, 1838
requiring information as to the causes which have delayed the outfit and preparation of the South Sea surveying and exploring expedition
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Martin Van Buren
Democratic · New York
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