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Grover Cleveland: The laws by which it is permitted should, in deference to a decent and universal sentiment, carefully guard against…

On the recordApril 25, 1886
The laws by which it is permitted should, in deference to a decent and universal sentiment, carefully guard against abuse and needless offense.
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Grover Cleveland
Democratic · New Jersey

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