Andrew Jackson: “I transmit herewith to the Senate, for their consideration in reference to its ratification, a treaty of peace and…”

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

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

The foundations must be laid in the affections of the people.

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