Although sensible, as a general rule, of the impropriety of Executive interference under a Government like ours, where every individual enjoys the right of directly petitioning Congress, yet, viewing this case as one of very peculiar character, I deem it my duty to recommend it to your favorable consideration.
Jackson expresses his belief in the importance of a specific case, advocating for executive intervention despite general reservations.
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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 power, however, is in your hands, and the remedy must and will be applied if you determine upon it.
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