Charles Sumner: “Granted; it is needed very much in the diplomatic service; but because…”

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Granted; it is needed very much in the diplomatic service; but because needed there, is that any reason why we should not supply it here?

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Massachusetts

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Sumner questions the logic of prioritizing education in the diplomatic service over the consular service.

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Charles Sumner: “Granted; it is needed very much in the diplomatic service; but because needed there, is that any reason why we should…”