Shermanesque statement
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title:
Shermanesque statement
text:
A Shermanesque statement, also called a Sherman statement, Sherman speech, or the full Sherman, is American political jargon for a clear and direct statement by a potential candidate indicating that they will not run for a particular elected position. The term derives from the Sherman pledge, a remark made by American Civil War General William Tecumseh Sherman when he was being considered as a possible Republican candidate for the US presidential election of 1884. He declined, saying, "I will no
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description:
American political catchphrase denying interest in a political office
original url:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shermanesque_statement
date created:
2006-05-29T18:56:14Z
date modified:
2024-09-06T20:02:36Z
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