Political Quotes

On the recordMarch 2, 1921
Very little reflection would lead any one to conclude that the measure would not furnish in any substantial degree the relief sought by the producers of most of the staple commodities which it covers.
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Woodrow Wilson
Democratic · New Jersey

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Message to the House of Representatives Returning Without Approval H.R. 15275, an Act Imposing Temporary Duties Upon Certain...

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