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Finally, gentleman, from the considerations above mentioned, as I cannot consistently with my own honor, nor with utilit
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"Finally, gentleman, from the considerations above mentioned, as I cannot consistently with my own honor, nor with utility to my country, considering the manner in which Business is transacted here, remain any longer in this chair, I now resign it"

- Henry Laurens

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by Henry Laurens between March 6, 1724 and December 8, 1792. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 3 other quotes.

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