But it does mean a republic which will have the support of all its citizens as a central support, instead of each State comprising the Union reserving to itself the right to differ from the central power.
Woodhull advocates for a republic supported by all citizens rather than states having individual rights against central authority.
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If they still live as spirits, if they have had better opportunities of obtaining wisdom and knowledge pertaining to earth-life than we—can this world avail itself of their assistance to establish on earth the government of heaven?
Are they not better qualified to direct legislation now than the wisest among us?
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