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What is there in the office that prevents his full and free and complete performance of all the duties imposed upon him as Governor of Ohio?
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John Sherman
Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Sherman challenges the notion that the office of Governor imposes limitations on a candidate's ability to serve effectively.

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