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Our country, by the blessing of God, is not in a situation to invite aggression, and it will be our fault if she ever becomes so.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Jackson warns against inviting aggression and emphasizes the strength of the nation.

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