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Our relations with Mexico during the year have been marked by an increasing growth of mutual confidence.
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Andrew Johnson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Johnson notes the strengthening of U.S.-Mexico relations, indicating a positive diplomatic climate.

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