However. each of us must make a decision. For myself. inasmuch as I do not believe the amendment is constitutional. and because I believe that in enacting legislation we should seek compliance with the Constitution. I cannot vote for the MansfleldDirksen amendment. My amendment may not be technically perfect. inasmuch as I have drawn it in great part myself. but its purpose is clear. and I think it is constitutional. It would prevent the discriminatory application of State literacy tests in both Federal and State elections. I recognize that my proposal may never be considered or come to a vote under the pending parliamentary situation. Nevertheless.
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