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Let them deal with this most difficult and subtle problem of social politics so as to secure to the man who labors his just share of the fruits of his labor.
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Sherman addresses the need for social policies that ensure fair compensation for laborers.
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If my life is prolonged I will do all I can to add to the strength and prosperity of the United States, but nothing to extend its limits or to add new dangers by acquisition of foreign territory.
The events of the future are beyond the vision of mankind, but I hope our people will be content with internal growth, and avoid the complications of foreign acquisitions.
What I have written is no doubt clouded with partisanship, but I would not be honest if I did not express my attachment to my party.
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