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Martin Van Buren: Fellow-Citizens of the Senate and House of Representatives: I congratulate you on the favorable circumstances in the…

On the recordDecember 2, 1838
Fellow-Citizens of the Senate and House of Representatives: I congratulate you on the favorable circumstances in the condition of our country under which you reassemble for the performance of your official duties.
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Martin Van Buren
Democratic · New York

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Second Annual Message

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