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The powers exercised by the Federal Government would soon be regarded with jealousy by the State authorities, and originating as they must from implication or assumption, it would be impossible to affix to them certain and safe limits.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

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Jackson expresses concern that the Federal Government's powers could lead to jealousy and conflict with State authorities.

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