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This state of the finances exhibits the resources of the nation in an aspect highly flattering to its industry and auspicious of the ability of Government in a very short time to extinguish the public debt.
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gutenberg.orgAndrew Jackson: “This state of the finances exhibits the resources of the nation in an aspect highly flattering to its industry and…”
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Jackson reflects on the positive financial state of the nation and its ability to eliminate public debt.
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