And, more important than all, you will pave the way for a congress in which all these states will be represented in a greater than an Amphictyonic council, with broader jurisdiction and scope than the rulers of ancient Greece conceived of.
Sherman envisions a future congress that surpasses ancient councils in representation and scope.
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I have participated in framing many tariff bills, but have never succeeded in securing one that I entirely approved.
He theorizes about coercing a state when he should be enforcing the laws against rebellious citizens.
Morrill's bill is a great improvement on the tariff of 1857.
Let us, my friends, unite in electing him President of the United States.
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