Whitelaw Reid: “Once begun, the rivalry of parties and the fears of politicians would…”

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Once begun, the rivalry of parties and the fears of politicians would insure its continuance.

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Reid comments on the political dynamics that would perpetuate the rivalry among parties.

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Whitelaw Reid: “Once begun, the rivalry of parties and the fears of politicians would insure its continuance.”