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The discrimination in favor of banks of circulation ran through all the tax laws, while other corporations, such as railroad companies, insurance companies and the like, were subject to heavy taxes.
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Sherman critiques the tax laws that favor banks over other corporations, highlighting a significant issue in financial regulation.
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