Charles Sumner: “What he does, whether for good or evil, is felt in widening circles…”

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What he does, whether for good or evil, is felt in widening circles, according to the measure of his influence.

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Massachusetts

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This quote speaks to the ripple effect of individual actions, emphasizing the broader impact of one's influence.

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Charles Sumner: “What he does, whether for good or evil, is felt in widening circles, according to the measure of his influence.”