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Woodrow Wilson: “The implying of powers, once cautious, is now become bold and confident.”

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The implying of powers, once cautious, is now become bold and confident.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

Editor's note · Context

This statement indicates a shift in the boldness of implied powers within the government.

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