On the record
If I am in error as to existing methods for the control of nominations and the corrupt practices of political managers, your people can correct me and I will be gladly convinced of my error.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “If I am in error as to existing methods for the control of nominations and the corrupt practices of political managers…”
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Sherman acknowledges the possibility of being wrong about political practices and invites correction from the public.
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