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George Boutwell: “If the statements are trustworthy that have been made publicly in recent years the conclusion cannot be avoided that…”

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If the statements are trustworthy that have been made publicly in recent years the conclusion cannot be avoided that money is used in elections for corrupt purposes--sometimes to secure nominations and sometimes to secure elections, when nominations have been made.
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George Boutwell
Massachusetts

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He expresses concern over the use of money in elections for corrupt purposes.

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