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And the people of Massachusetts have never concerned themselves very much as to who should hold the Executive offices, small or large, so that they were honestly and faithfully served, and that the man appointed was of good character and standing.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

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Hoar explains the Massachusetts people's indifference towards who holds executive offices, as long as they are well-served.

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