Political Quotes

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But the one thing I have never consented to is that a man shall be kept out of this country, or kept in a position of inferiority, while he is in it, because of his color, because of his birthplace, or because of his race.
Said by
George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Hoar advocates for the inclusion and equal treatment of all individuals, regardless of race or origin.

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