I can never consent to being dictated to as to what I shall… - John Tyler

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I can never consent to being dictated to as to what I shall or shall not do. I, as President, shall be responsible for my administration. I hope to have your hearty co-operation in carrying out its measures. So long as you see fit to do this, I shall be glad to have you with me. When you think otherwise, your resignations will be accepted.

John Tyler

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John Tyler (March 29, 1790 – January 18, 1862) was the tenth (1841) vice president of the United States, and the tenth (1841–1845) president of the United States. He was the second president born after the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and the first to assume the office of president following the death of his predecessor.

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Alternative Names: J. Tyler • President Tyler • John Tyler, Jr. • John Tyler Jr. • John Tyler Jr • John Tyler, Jr

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