I believe not only my friends, but the gentlemen on the other side of the House, who have a sense of honor, believe that my position is correct.
John Sherman: “I believe not only my friends, but the gentlemen on the other side of the House, who have a sense of honor, believe that…”
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Sherman expresses confidence that both his supporters and opponents recognize the validity of his stance.
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