| Author |
Van Buren, Martin, 1782-1862 |
| Title |
State of the Union Addresses
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 28.4 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines
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| Summary |
"State of the Union Addresses" by Martin Van Buren is a collection of political speeches aimed at the U.S. Congress, delivered during the late 1830s. The addresses encapsulate the key concerns and achievements of the Van Buren administration during a tumultuous period in American history marked by economic challenges and evolving foreign relations. The speeches tackle a range of topics, including domestic tranquility, economic prosperity, and interactions with foreign governments, reflected in the president's desire to maintain peace and stability. At the start of the collection, Van Buren expresses gratitude for the nation's progress and addresses the conditions of public health and economic recovery. He discusses the challenges of foreign relations, particularly with Great Britain and Mexico, and emphasizes the importance of a pacifist approach to international disputes. The opening portion outlines key issues such as the need for resolution regarding territorial disputes and the importance of the United States' foreign policy that has historically prioritized negotiation over conflict. Overall, these addresses provide insights into Van Buren's vision for a peaceful and prosperous America while acknowledging the difficulties faced at home and abroad. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
J: Political science
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| Subject |
Presidents -- United States -- Messages
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| Subject |
United States -- Politics and government -- Sources
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
5017 |
| Release Date |
Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Nov 20, 2014 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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