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The stability of the banks, which is so vital alike to the national currency and to the pecuniary interests involved in the business, can be assured only by an issue of bonds for a longer term.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner argues that the stability of banks is essential for the national currency and can only be ensured through long-term bonds.

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