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Thus the tax on letters has gained an undeserved immunity, which is augmented by a prevailing notion, sometimes supposed to find authority even in the Constitution, that the Post-Office must support itself.
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Sumner argues against the notion that the Post-Office should be self-sustaining, highlighting its importance.
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