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As with the tariff, so with pensions; the Congressman is urged to obtain local favors without regard to National interests.
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gutenberg.orgAs with the tariff, so with pensions; the Congressman is urged to obtain local favors without regard to National interests.
Roosevelt draws a parallel between tariff requests and pension demands, emphasizing local interests over national ones.
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