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That the Almighty Ruler of the Universe may so direct our deliberations and over-rule our acts as to make us instrumental in securing a result so dear to mankind is my most earnest and sincere prayer.
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Jackson expresses a prayer for divine guidance in the deliberations of Congress for the benefit of mankind.
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