Andrew Jackson: “I am fully sensible of the importance, as it respects both the harmony and union of the States, of making, as soon as…”

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

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

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

It is impossible that any government can continue to exist upon any other principles.