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Fragmented 19th century address on slavery and diplomacy
A long speech discusses constitutional limits on Congress and state rights regarding slavery, the Kansas issue, and the dangers of agitation. It defends federal power to regulate the trade and property in enslaved people, praises Supreme Court rulings, addresses tensions with Mexico and foreign powers, and outlines proposed presidential authority for military posts and naval actions to protect citizens and commerce. It reflects antebellum political crisis framing Union preservation and national policy.
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United States
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House of Representative
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Fifeen
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Supreme Court of the United States
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Supreme Judicial Tribunal
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Supreme Court
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Tossona
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Paraguay
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Mexico
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Bovera
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