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And for one I do not intend to be turned from this course by finespun constitutional quibbles or by the plausible pretexts of associated or corporate wealth and power.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “And for one I do not intend to be turned from this course by finespun constitutional quibbles or by the plausible…”
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Sherman asserts his determination to pursue legislative action despite potential constitutional objections from powerful interests.
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