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Calvin Coolidge: More than that, Massachusetts did not have to be asked; while Washington was yet dumb Massachusetts spoke.

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More than that, Massachusetts did not have to be asked; while Washington was yet dumb Massachusetts spoke.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

Editor's note · Context

Coolidge highlights Massachusetts' proactive stance in supporting the war before federal action was taken.

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