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Upon the Constitution, upon the pre-existing legal rights of the People, as understood in this country and in England, I have argued that this House is bound to revive the Petition under debate.


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Author Bio


  • NameCaleb Cushing
  • DescriptionAmerican politician
  • BornJanuary 17, 1800
  • DiedJanuary 2, 1879
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionPolitician; Judge; Lawyer; Diplomat