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On the question of submitting the constitution to the bona fide resident settlers of Kansas, I am willing to stand or fall.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “On the question of submitting the constitution to the bona fide resident settlers of Kansas, I am willing to stand or…”
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Sherman emphasizes the importance of allowing Kansas residents to vote on their constitution, highlighting his commitment to democratic principles.
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