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John Tyler: “Amongst these, the first and most effective are, no doubt, the strict observance of justice and the honest and punctual…”

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Amongst these, the first and most effective are, no doubt, the strict observance of justice and the honest and punctual fulfillment of all engagements.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

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Tyler highlights the significance of justice and fulfilling commitments as essential for effective governance.

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