This is a great injustice, not only to members of the two Houses, but it is a great public injury, because the country cannot command the service of able men in the prime of life, unless they have already acquired large fortunes.
Hoar argues that low congressional salaries are not only unjust but also detrimental to attracting capable leaders.
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