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By these measures the people of the United States had placed in the power of the government almost unlimited sources of revenue, and all necessary expedients for borrowing.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “By these measures the people of the United States had placed in the power of the government almost unlimited sources of…”
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Sherman notes the significant financial powers granted to the government, allowing for extensive revenue generation and borrowing capabilities.
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