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But if war comes the methods therein directed are in accordance with the best military judgment as to what they ought to be, and the act would prevent the necessity for a discussion of any legislation and the delays incident to its consideration and adoption.
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Bill Taft
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Taft argues that the proposed methods in the bill align with military judgment and would streamline legislative processes in wartime.

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