Charles Sumner: “Adams degraded himself infinitely by his conduct on this subject, as…”

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Adams degraded himself infinitely by his conduct on this subject, as General Washington had done himself the greatest honor.

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Sumner criticizes John Adams for his nepotistic actions, contrasting them with Washington's honorable choices.

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Charles Sumner: “Adams degraded himself infinitely by his conduct on this subject, as General Washington had done himself the greatest…”