Without the presence of the Great Triumvirate of John C. Calhoun, Webster, and Clay, who had long dominated the Senate; Douglas and others were able to lead that body towards the administration-backed package of bills.
Fără Marele Triumvirat al lui John C. Calhoun, Webster și Clay, care a dominat mult timp Senatul, Douglas și alții au condus acest organism spre pachetul de legi susținut de administrație.