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\u201cI want to say to every man, the Constitution of the United States, as formed by our fathers, was dictated, was revealed, was put into their hearts by the Almighty, who sits enthroned in the midst of the heavens; although unknown to them, it was dictated by the revelations of Jesus Christ, and I tell you in the name of Jesus Christ, it is as good as I could ask for.\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cIf there is a people within the pales of this nation that is worthy of the constitution, good laws and institutions of the American Government, it is this people called Latter-day Saints. It is the best earthly Government that ever was framed by man, and the true and righteous are alone worthy of it. It cannot long be administered by wicked hands. \u2018When the wicked rule, the people mourn\u2019 (D&C 98:9<\/a>).\u201d<\/p>\n

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\u201cI love the government and the constitution of the United States, but I do not love the damned rascals who administer the government.\u201d<\/p>\n

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