What was said helped to arouse public attention, and the masses of the people--always pure and incorruptible--set themselves earnestly and successfully to reform the abuses.
George F. Hoar: “What was said helped to arouse public attention, and the masses of the people--always pure and incorruptible--set…”
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Hoar emphasizes the importance of public engagement in reforming government abuses.
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