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We cannot do this if our friends defeat a Republican candidate for governor fairly nominated, and against whom, there are no substantial charges affecting his integrity.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “We cannot do this if our friends defeat a Republican candidate for governor fairly nominated, and against whom, there…”
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Sherman argues against undermining a nominated Republican candidate, stressing the need for party unity.
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