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She has never asked of them obsequiousness, or flattery, or even obedience to her will, unless it had the approval of their own judgment and conscience.
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George F. Hoar
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Hoar notes that Massachusetts has never demanded subservience from its leaders, valuing their judgment.

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