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In the decision itself, however, there has been general acquiescence, and it led to an important reform in the manner of choosing United-States senators.
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Blaine notes the general acceptance of a decision that led to reforms in the election of U.S. senators.
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Under such circumstances, to send a military force into any State, with orders to act against the people, would be simply making war upon them.
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