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Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 to William Norris re: President Jackson's discussion of Texas Independence

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC07709 Author/Creator: Buchanan, James, 1791-1868 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1836/12/23 Pagination: 2 p. 25.5 x 20.9 cm Order a Copy

"The message of the President's concerning Texas [Independence] will I think close the campaign on that subject for the present session. The truth is, that it would be as impolite as vain for the opposition to attack the dying lion [Jackson]; & they can not with decency assail M. Van Buren in advance."

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