"Thomas Hart Benton's Remarks to the Senate on the Expunging Resolution" by Thomas Hart Benton is a powerful speech from a heated political era, highlighting the battle to erase a censure against President Andrew Jackson. It captures the essence of a nation grappling with the authority of its leader and the will of its people. The speech showcases the speaker’s fervent defense of Jackson, pointing to the president's widespread popularity and recent election results as proof that the people support him. It emphasizes restoring justice and honoring the public's voice within their government. The speaker argues that those who opposed Jackson were wrong, citing peace and international respect as achievements during his time in office, contrary to the warnings of his political enemies. Ultimately, the speech aims to encourage the Senate to correct what he sees as a historic wrong and to acknowledge Jackson's lasting, positive impact on the country.
Thomas Hart Benton's Remarks to the Senate on the Expunging Resolution
By Thomas Hart Benton
In a divided nation, one man fights to clear the name of a president condemned by his rivals, declaring it's time to listen to the voice of the people.
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About the AuthorThomas Hart Benton, nicknamed "Old Bullion", was an American politician, attorney, soldier, and longtime United States Senator from Missouri. A member of the Democratic Party, he was an architect and champion of westward expansion by the United States, a cause that became known as manifest destiny. Benton served in the Senate from 1821 to 1851, becoming the first member of that body to serve five terms. He was born in North Carolina.
Thomas Hart Benton, nicknamed "Old Bullion", was an American politician, attorney, soldier, and longtime United States Senator from Missouri. A member of the Democratic Party, he was an architect and champion of westward expansion by the United States, a cause that became known as manifest destiny. Benton served in the Senate from 1821 to 1851, becoming the first member of that body to serve five terms. He was born in North Carolina.
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