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48 through Nicholas' influence succeeded him as Attorney-General. This was John Breckinridge. The connection of Mr. Breckinridge with the Kentucky Resolutions, and all the circumstances connected with them, is so intimate, and he has failed so entirely to secure the recognition which was his due from those who came after him, that his life and labors will be recounted here somewhat at length.