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John Sherman: “The people from the earliest days were born politicians, vigorous in the defense of their opinions and firm in the…”

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The people from the earliest days were born politicians, vigorous in the defense of their opinions and firm in the maintenance of all their rights.
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John Sherman
Ohio

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Sherman reflects on the political nature of the people of Ohio, emphasizing their strong opinions and rights.

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