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Title: State of the Union Addresses

Note: Reading ease score: 30.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1853_State_of_the_Union_Address

Credits: Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines.

Summary: "State of the Union Addresses" by Franklin Pierce is a historical collection of speeches delivered by the 14th President of the United States during the mid-19th century. The addresses, part of a tradition that outlines the president’s priorities and reflections on national issues, were given during an era marked by significant political and social changes in America, including expansion and diplomatic challenges. This work likely offers insights into the political landscape of the time, including foreign and domestic policy considerations. At the start of the collection, Pierce addresses both houses of Congress and the American people, reflecting on the significance of the political system and the responsibilities of government. He highlights national gratitude for progress while acknowledging challenges such as disease and foreign relations. Key themes include the importance of unity, diplomatic dealings with other nations like Great Britain and Spain, and the necessity for caution in international engagements. The opening portion establishes the tone of Pierce's presidency, articulating a worldview that emphasizes self-government, responsibility, and the pursuit of national integrity amidst complexities in both domestic and foreign spheres. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869

EBook No.: 5022

Published: Feb 1, 2004

Downloads: 140

Language: English

Subject: Presidents -- United States -- Messages

Subject: United States -- Politics and government -- Sources

LoCC: Political science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

Title: State of the Union Addresses

Note: Reading ease score: 30.3 (College-level). Difficult to read.

Note: Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1853_State_of_the_Union_Address

Credits: Produced by James Linden. HTML version by Al Haines.

Summary: "State of the Union Addresses" by Franklin Pierce is a historical collection of speeches delivered by the 14th President of the United States during the mid-19th century. The addresses, part of a tradition that outlines the president’s priorities and reflections on national issues, were given during an era marked by significant political and social changes in America, including expansion and diplomatic challenges. This work likely offers insights into the political landscape of the time, including foreign and domestic policy considerations. At the start of the collection, Pierce addresses both houses of Congress and the American people, reflecting on the significance of the political system and the responsibilities of government. He highlights national gratitude for progress while acknowledging challenges such as disease and foreign relations. Key themes include the importance of unity, diplomatic dealings with other nations like Great Britain and Spain, and the necessity for caution in international engagements. The opening portion establishes the tone of Pierce's presidency, articulating a worldview that emphasizes self-government, responsibility, and the pursuit of national integrity amidst complexities in both domestic and foreign spheres. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869

EBook No.: 5022

Published: Feb 1, 2004

Downloads: 140

Language: English

Subject: Presidents -- United States -- Messages

Subject: United States -- Politics and government -- Sources

LoCC: Political science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.