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I would protect the law-abiding citizen, whether of native or foreign…

Quote byUlysses S. Grant · 1822–1885

Commonly attributed — not confirmed in an authoritative edition. Cited on Wikiquote to: First Inaugural Address (1869).

English (original)

I would protect the law-abiding citizen, whether of native or foreign birth, wherever his rights are jeopardized or the flag of our country floats.

— Ulysses S. Grant

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