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On the recordJanuary 17, 1803
In leading them thus to agriculture, to manufactures, and civilization; in bringing together their and our sentiments, and in preparing them ultimately to participate in the benefits of our Government, I trust and believe we are acting for their greatest good.
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Thomas Jefferson
Democratic Republican · Virginia

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Confidential Message to Congress Regarding the Lewis and Clark Expedition

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