Charles Sumner: “His firm renunciation of office, opening the way to a tempting…”

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His firm renunciation of office, opening the way to a tempting political career, when formally tendered to him, is almost unique.

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Massachusetts

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He notes the uniqueness of a person's decision to renounce a political career despite its temptations.

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Charles Sumner: “His firm renunciation of office, opening the way to a tempting political career, when formally tendered to him, is…”