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I fear a permanent Confederation will never be settled tho the most material articles are I think got thro, so as to giv
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"I fear a permanent Confederation will never be settled; tho the most material articles are I think got thro', so as to give great offence to some, but to my Satisfaction"

- William Whipple

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William Whipple's quote reveals his concern that an irreversible Confederation will never be settled, in spite of the reality that the most essential articles have actually been concurred upon. This contract has caused offense to some, however Whipple is pleased with the outcome. This quote shows the difficulty of forming a unified country out of the private colonies. It also reflects the stress between the nests, as some are not delighted with the result of the settlements. Whipple's quote also shows the value of compromise in forming a unified nation. The colonies had to come to a contract that would satisfy all celebrations, even if it indicated that some would be unhappy with the outcome. This quote is a suggestion of the significance of compromise and negotiation in forming a unified nation. It likewise functions as a reminder of the difficulty of forming a country out of specific colonies, and the significance of finding a service that is acceptable to all.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by William Whipple between January 14, 1730 and November 28, 1785. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 7 other quotes.

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