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This is a reproduction of the "Speech of Hon. David S. Kaufman, of Texas, on the Slavery Question," delivered in the House of Representatives on February 10, 1847. Kaufman, a representative from Texas, addresses the contentious issue of slavery in the context of the expansion of the United States. The speech offers valuable insight into the political debates and perspectives surrounding slavery during this critical period in American history. It highlights the arguments and concerns of the time, providing a primary source document for understanding the complexities of the slavery question and its impact on the nation. This historical document is essential for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of slavery, the politics of the 19th century, and the development of the United States. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.