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I have shown that the presentation of petitions is one of the most imperious duties of a member of Congress.
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gutenberg.orgJosiah Quincy: “I have shown that the presentation of petitions is one of the most imperious duties of a member of Congress.”
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Quincy emphasizes the importance of petitioning as a fundamental responsibility of Congress members.
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