I know that there is a great diversity of opinion as to who, in fact, pays the duties on imports. I do not intend to discuss that point. We of the staple and exporting States have long settled the question for ourselves, almost unanimously, from sad experience. — John C. Calhoun

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Mini who’s who:

John C. Calhoun : American Statesman
Born:  March 18, 1782
Died:  March 31, 1850