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That which is intended in all instances to be legalized should at once be made legal, that those who are disposed to conform to the laws may enjoy at least equal privileges with those who are not.
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gutenberg.orgMartin Van Buren: “That which is intended in all instances to be legalized should at once be made legal, that those who are disposed to…”
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Van Buren emphasizes that intended legal actions should be formalized to ensure equal privileges for all.
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