Skip to content

Ifs Quote by Daniel Webster

“If the Union was formed by accession of States then the Union may be dissolved by the secession of States.” quote by Daniel Webster
Download Open image
“If the Union was formed by accession of States then the Union may be dissolved by the secession of States.”

Daniel Webster

About This Quote

A union formed by states joining can be dissolved by those states leaving, highlighting the principle of mutual consent.

In simple terms: Unions can end if members withdraw.

Key Takeaway

Respect the right of members to exit.

Themes

politics law consent

Mood

analytical serious

Type

legal philosophical

When to use this quote

  • state secession
  • political unions
  • constitutional debates
  • null

Key Concepts

federalism contractual theory

Questions to Reflect On

  • What conditions justify secession?
  • How can unions prevent dissolution?
A Different Perspective

Separation may cause instability.

3.6 out of 5 (9 ratings)

More by Daniel Webster

Explore all 170 Daniel Webster quotes

More Ifs quotes

Browse all 94,309 Ifs quotes