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Better any possible loss of revenue than the postponement of such a good.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “Better any possible loss of revenue than the postponement of such a good.”
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This quote reflects Sumner's belief that the benefits of reform outweigh any financial drawbacks.
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