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John Morley: “But I well know, from a thousand indications past and present, that a new project of mine launched into the air, would…”

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But I well know, from a thousand indications past and present, that a new project of mine launched into the air, would have no momentum which could carry it to its aim.
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John Morley

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He reflects on the lack of momentum for new political projects without proper support and context.

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