The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is in extending our commercial relations to have as little political connection as possible. . . Why, by interweaving our destiny with that of any part of Europe, entangle our peace and prosperity in the toils of European ambition, rivalships, interest, humor, or caprice?. . . It is our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances with any portion of the foreign world.
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