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What is right and what is practicable are two different things.
James Buchanan
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— James Buchanan

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About James Buchanan

James Buchanan was a President from United States (1791–1868).

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Who said "What is right and what is practicable are two different things."?
This quote is attributed to James Buchanan, a President from United States.
When did James Buchanan live?
James Buchanan lived from 1791 – 1868.