Whitelaw Reid: “In my judgment, the safety of nations, as well as of individuals…”

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In my judgment, the safety of nations, as well as of individuals, stands in justice.

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Whitelaw Reid

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He expresses the belief that justice is fundamental to the safety of nations and individuals.

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Whitelaw Reid: “In my judgment, the safety of nations, as well as of individuals, stands in justice.”