Andrew Jackson: “On this subject I am sure that I can not be mistaken in ascribing our want of success to the undue countenance which has…”

Local interests would still be found there, and unchastened ambition.

In your hands is rightfully placed the sovereignty of the country.

There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.

If we turn to our relations with foreign powers, we find our condition equally gratifying.