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Turning our eyes to other nations, our great desire is to see our brethren of the human race secured in the blessings enjoyed by ourselves, and advancing in knowledge, in freedom, and in social happiness.
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gutenberg.orgAndrew Jackson: “Turning our eyes to other nations, our great desire is to see our brethren of the human race secured in the blessings…”
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Jackson expresses a desire for global peace and progress for all nations.
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