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In his address on the present occasion he arraigned the Republican party for imposing oppressive taxes, for inflicting upon the country a depreciated currency, and for enforcing a military despotism.
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Blaine criticizes the Republican party's policies during a speech, highlighting issues like oppressive taxes and military rule.
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