Andrew Jackson said "The internal peace and security of our confederated States is the next principal object of the General Government." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

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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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Democratic · Tennessee

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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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