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The idea of constituting a legislature for Ireland, whenever seriously and responsibly proposed, will cause a mighty heave in the body politic.
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John Morley
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gutenberg.orgThe idea of constituting a legislature for Ireland, whenever seriously and responsibly proposed, will cause a mighty heave in the body politic.
Morley reflects on the significant political impact of proposing a legislature for Ireland.
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