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But let me say frankly but firmly that I cannot be your candidate.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “But let me say frankly but firmly that I cannot be your candidate.”
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In a clear and direct manner, Sherman communicated his refusal to be a candidate for the nomination.
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