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Freedom of opinion and freedom of speech are of more value than public office.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Boutwell: “Freedom of opinion and freedom of speech are of more value than public office.”
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Boutwell emphasizes the importance of freedom of opinion and speech over holding public office.
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