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We not merely deny hereditary claims to civil trust, but regard even hereditary distinction with jealousy.
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gutenberg.orgWilliam Seward: “We not merely deny hereditary claims to civil trust, but regard even hereditary distinction with jealousy.”
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Seward emphasizes the American rejection of hereditary privilege in civil service.
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