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And if this House is to be scared, by whatever influences, from its duty, to receive and hear the petitions of the Peopl
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"And if this House is to be scared, by whatever influences, from its duty, to receive and hear the petitions of the People, then I shall send my voice beyond the walls of this Capitol for redress"

- Caleb Cushing

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This quote by Caleb Cushing speaks to the significance of the House of Representatives hearing the petitions of the people. Cushing is recommending that if your home is scared away from its duty to listen to the people, then he will do something about it to ensure that individuals's voices are heard. He is stressing the importance of your home of Representatives listening to individuals and taking their concerns seriously. Cushing is suggesting that if your home fails to do its duty, then he will take it upon himself to guarantee that the people's voices are heard. This quote speaks to the significance of your house of Representatives listening to the people and taking their concerns seriously. It also speaks to the power of the people and their capability to make their voices heard, even if your home of Representatives fails to do its duty.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Caleb Cushing between January 17, 1800 and January 2, 1879. He/she was a famous Diplomat from USA. The author also have 23 other quotes.

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