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John Tyler: “It may in general be asserted as true that radical alterations in any system should rather be brought about gradually…”

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It may in general be asserted as true that radical alterations in any system should rather be brought about gradually than by sudden changes and by pursuing this prudent policy in the reduction of letter postage the Department might still sustain itself through the revenue which would accrue by the increase of letters.
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John Tyler
Whig · Virginia

Editor's note · Context

Tyler argues for gradual changes to the postal system to ensure sustainability, advocating for a careful approach to policy reform.

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