Constantly bearing in mind that in entering into society "individuals must give up a share of liberty to preserve the rest," it will be my desire so to discharge my duties as to foster with our brethren in all parts of the country a spirit of liberal concession and compromise.

Andrew Jackson

Second Inaugural Address of Andrew Jackson

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Political compromise Political theory American politics

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Andrew Jackson

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Second Inaugural Address of Andrew Jackson Presidential inaugural address

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Speech

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Political speech

Language

English

Time

1833 1830s 19th century

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American President National leader Politician

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United States

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Jackson, Andrew. "Second Inaugural Address." 4 Mar. 1833, House Chamber, US Capitol Building, Washington, DC, USA.

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