John C. Calhoun quoteJohn C. Calhoun [1782-1850]
American Statesman 
Quote rank: 309
| I am utterly opposed to all equivocation or obscure expressions in our public acts. We are bound to say plainly what we mean to say. If we mean negotiation and compromise, let us say it distinctly and plainly instead of sending to the President a resolution on which he may put whatever interpretation he pleases. |
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