One great object of the Constitution was to restrain majorities from oppressing minorities or encroaching upon their just rights.
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Well may the boldest fear and the wisest tremble when incurring responsibilities on which may depend our country's peace and prosperity, and in some degree the hopes and happiness of the whole human family.
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