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Every country, as it advances in intellectual and moral development, demands modifications in its government adapted to the improved capacity of the people.
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Victoria C. Woodhull
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This quote expresses Woodhull's belief that as societies evolve, their governance must also adapt to reflect their moral and intellectual growth.
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