Acquiescence in the constitutionally expressed will of the majority, and the exercise of that will in a spirit of moderation, justice, and brotherly kindness, will constitute a cement which would for ever preserve our Union.
Second Annual Message
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I transmit, for your constitutional action, a report from the War Department, accompanied by a treaty with a portion of the New York Indians.
To the Senate of the United States: I transmit, for your constitutional action, a report from the War Department, accompanied by a treaty with the Stockbridge and Munsee Indians.
The victory of the injured would not secure to them the blessings of liberty.
There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.
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