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On the recordApril 14, 1834
Tested by these principles, the resolution of the Senate is wholly unauthorized by the Constitution, and in derogation of its entire spirit.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

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Message to the Senate Protesting Censure Resolution

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