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We come here as Republicans and we are entitled to take part in the proceedings of this Convention; and as one of our rights we can vote on every resolution, aye or no.
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gutenberg.orgJames Blaine: “We come here as Republicans and we are entitled to take part in the proceedings of this Convention; and as one of our…”
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Blaine asserts the rights of Republicans to participate fully in the convention proceedings.
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