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In Great Britain the exclusive prerogative of making treaties is in the Crown, and so in most other countries it is in the Executive; but I need not remind you that in our country it is otherwise.
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Sumner contrasts the treaty-making powers of the U.S. with those of other countries, emphasizing the unique role of the Senate.
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