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Among these principles, from our past experience, it can not be doubted that simplicity in the character of the Federal Government and a rigid economy in its administration should be regarded as fundamental and sacred.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

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Jackson emphasizes the importance of simplicity and economy in the Federal Government.

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