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Carefully abstaining from interference in all questions exclusively referring themselves to the political interests of Europe, we may be permitted to hope an equal exemption from the interference of European Governments in what relates to the States of the American continent.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Tyler advocates for non-interference in European political matters while hoping for similar respect from Europe regarding American affairs.

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