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In deliberating, therefore, on these interesting subjects local feelings and prejudices should be merged in the patriotic determination to promote the great interests of the whole.
Said by
Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Jackson urges unity and patriotism over local prejudices in legislative deliberations.

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