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John Morley: If we can both persuade ourselves and convince the colonists that the gains of a closer confederation will compensate…

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If we can both persuade ourselves and convince the colonists that the gains of a closer confederation will compensate for the sacrifices entailed by it, we shall then look at the problem with the same eyes: if not, not.
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John Morley

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Morley argues that mutual understanding of benefits is crucial for confederation.

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