Andrew Jackson: “The internal peace and security of our confederated States is the next…”

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The internal peace and security of our confederated States is the next principal object of the General Government.

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Jackson emphasizes the importance of maintaining peace and security among the states as a primary responsibility of the government.

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Andrew Jackson: “The internal peace and security of our confederated States is the next principal object of the General Government.”