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It is his duty to tell Congress what he thinks concerning the pending questions of the day; it is not his duty to assume any responsibility for the effect produced on Congressmen.
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gutenberg.orgWoodrow Wilson: “It is his duty to tell Congress what he thinks concerning the pending questions of the day; it is not his duty to assume…”
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This quote outlines the President's duty to communicate with Congress without taking responsibility for their reactions.
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