Andrew Jackson: “Is it not just to allow them at least a Delegate in Congress, if not a local legislature, to make laws for the District…”

If we turn to our relations with foreign powers, we find our condition equally gratifying.

The duty of every government [is so] to regulate its currency as to protect this numerous class.

In your hands is rightfully placed the sovereignty of the country.

There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.