John C. Calhoun: “On the Second Resolution Reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations” - Milestone Documents

John C. Calhoun: “On the Second Resolution Reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations”

( 1811 ) Commentary by Kirk H. Beetz, UC Davis, Emeritus
  • “It is not for the human tongue to instil the sense of independence and honor. This is the work of nature; a generous nature that disdains tame submission to wrongs.” - “On the Second Resolution Reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations”
  • “When we contend, let us contend for all our rights; the doubtful and the certain; the unimportant and essential. It is as easy to struggle, or even more so, for the whole as for a part.” - “On the Second Resolution Reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations”
  • “It is no less the duty of the minority than a majority to endeavor to defend the country.” - “On the Second Resolution Reported by the Committee on Foreign Relations”
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