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I cannot doubt that such places should be given only to the most worthy, discarding personal or political favoritism; but there must be a rule by which to ascertain the most worthy.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “I cannot doubt that such places should be given only to the most worthy, discarding personal or political favoritism…”
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He insists that only the most deserving individuals should receive appointments, emphasizing the need for a fair selection process.
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