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There the benevolent may endeavor to teach them the arts of civilization, and, by promoting union and harmony among them, to raise up an interesting commonwealth, destined to perpetuate the race and to attest the humanity and justice of this Government.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Jackson expresses a vision for a future where Native Americans can learn civilization and build a prosperous community.

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