It seems due to the safety of the people funds remaining in that bank and to the honor of the American people that measures be taken to separate the Government entirely from an institution so mischievous to the public prosperity and so regardless of the Constitution and laws.
Jackson calls for measures to distance the government from a bank he views as harmful to public prosperity.
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The paper money system of this country may be used as an engine to undermine your free institutions.
There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.
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