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Source: James Buchanan, 1791-1868: chronology, documents, bibliographical aids
Source: Mr. Buchanan's Administration: On the Eve of the Rebellion
Source: Mr. Buchanan's Administration: On the Eve of the Rebellion
“Abstract propositions should never be discussed by a legislative body.”
Source: The Works of James Buchanan: Comprising His Speeches, State Papers, and Private Correspondence
“I have gone wooing to several gentlemen, but have not succeeded with any of them.”
Source: The Works of James Buchanan: Comprising His Speeches, State Papers, and Private Correspondence
Source: The Works of James Buchanan: Comprising His Speeches, State Papers, and Private Correspondence
“The Government of the United States possesses no power whatever over the question of religion.”
Source: The Works of James Buchanan: Comprising His Speeches, State Papers, and Private Correspondence
Source: State of the Union Addresses
“The ballot box is the surest arbiter of disputes among free men.”
Source: State of the Union Addresses
Source: The Works of James Buchanan: Comprising His Speeches, State Papers, and Private Correspondence