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8th U.S. President

Martin Van Buren was the 8th President of the United States, born on December 5, 1782, and died on July 24, 1862. He held several significant political positions during his career, including Governor of New York and Secretary of State. Van Buren is known for his practical approach to politics and realism in foreign policy.

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Famous Martin Van Buren Quotes

“No evil can result from its [slavery's] inhibition more pernicious than its toleration.”

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“As to the presidency, the two happiest days of my life were those of my entrance upon the office and my surrender of it.”

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“It is easier to do a job right than to explain why you didn't.”

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“The less government interferes with private pursuits, the better for general prosperity.”

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Book:Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862: chronology-documents-bibliographical aids

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“I tread in the footsteps of illustrious men, whose superiors it is our happiness to believe are not found on the executive calendar of any country.”

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Book:Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862: chronology-documents-bibliographical aids

Source: Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862: chronology-documents-bibliographical aids

About the Author

Born: December 5, 1782
Died: July 24, 1862
Known for: 8th U.S. President
Quotes: 39

Books & Sources

Message from the President of the United States to the Two Houses of Congress: At the Commencement of the Third Session of the Twenty-fifth CongressRelated source material

Martin Van Buren, 1782-1862: chronology-documents-bibliographical aidsRelated source material

State of the Union Addresses of Martin van BurenRelated source material

Messages and Papers of the Presidents: Martin Van Buren, William Henry Harrison, John Tyler, James K. PolkRelated source material

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