Charles Sumner: “In harmony with this effort the expenditures of the Government should…”

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In harmony with this effort the expenditures of the Government should be revised and cut down to the lowest point consistent with efficiency.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner advocates for a review and reduction of government expenditures.

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Charles Sumner: “In harmony with this effort the expenditures of the Government should be revised and cut down to the lowest point…”