“The refunding of the national debt at a lower rate of interest should be accomplished without compelling the withdrawal of the national-bank notes, and thus disturbing the business of the country.” ShouldCountryInterestMoneyEconomicsConstitutionNotesRateDebtAccomplishedCompellingDisturbingWithdrawalNational Debt Book:Inaugural Speeches from the Presidents of the United States - Complete Edition Source: Inaugural Speeches from the Presidents of the United States - Complete Edition