But now not one gallon can be exported by these men because of the cruel policy of their own Government. which has compelled them to forego the advantages they might have enjoyed by building up a foreign trade. In this respect the policy of our Government is similar to that which the English Government has pursued toward the Irish people. When Ireland complains of the harsh laws enacted against her people. and says. "We are unable at present to support our population. we want the lands thrown open. so that we can labor and can support ourselves in productive industry." England refuses any aid. and tells the Irish people that the ports are open. that they may. if they choose. emigrate to other countries to seek that which is denied them at home. So when you have adopted harsh and oppressive legislation toward this interest. you say. "the ports are open. you may. if you choose. go to foreign governments and seek there what you are denied in free America." No other government on earth adopts such legislation with reference to distilled spirits. No other government imposes excise taxes as we do upon the producer of spirits.
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