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I am particularly gratified in being able to state that a decidedly favorable, and, as I hope, lasting, change has been effected in our relations with the neighboring Republic of Mexico.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

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Jackson shares his satisfaction with improved relations with Mexico.

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