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And this is law, that I'll maintain Until my dying day, sir, That whatsoever King shall reign, Still I'll be vicar of Bray, sir.
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Adlai Stevenson
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Editor's note · Context
Stevenson references a historical figure to illustrate the enduring nature of loyalty and service regardless of political changes.
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