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Are these speakers and these newspapers united in conspiracy to deceive, or are they dupes?
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Sumner questions the integrity of speakers and newspapers in a political context.
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Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
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