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Andrew Jackson: “At this time the efforts of the bank to control public opinion, through the distresses of some and the fears of others…”

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At this time the efforts of the bank to control public opinion, through the distresses of some and the fears of others, are equally apparent, and, if possible, more objectionable.
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Andrew Jackson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Jackson critiques the bank's manipulation of public opinion during a time of distress.

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