Political Quotes

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I should regret exceedingly, and believe it would be a national calamity, to have anyone who is a supporter, directly or indirectly, of this administration, or who owes it any allegiance, favor or affection, occupying a position of importance or prominence in this House.
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John Sherman
Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Sherman expresses his strong belief that having supporters of the current administration in positions of power would be detrimental to the nation.

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