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John Morley: “In my opinion, differences of views stated, and if need be argued, and then advisedly surrendered with a view to a…”

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In my opinion, differences of views stated, and if need be argued, and then advisedly surrendered with a view to a common conclusion are not “divisions in a cabinet.” By that phrase I understand unaccommodated differences on matters standing for immediate action.
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John Morley

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Morley emphasizes the importance of resolving differences in a cabinet to achieve a common goal.

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