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On the recordJuly 5, 1813
The relation between the Senate and House of Representatives, in whom legislative power is concurrently vested, is sufficiently analogous to illustrate that between the Executive and Senate in making appointments and treaties.
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James Madison
Democratic Republican · Virginia

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