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It has been said that the Press is the fourth estate in the realm; but I say Cotton is the fourth estate, for Cotton subdues the Press.
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gutenberg.orgHorace Mann: “It has been said that the Press is the fourth estate in the realm; but I say Cotton is the fourth estate, for Cotton…”
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Mann emphasizes the overwhelming influence of cotton over the press and public opinion.
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The liberty of voting includes all other liberties.
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