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How was John Wycliffe involved with politics?

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John Wycliffe was sent on a deputation by King Edward III in 1374 to discuss differences between England and Rome with papal representatives. In 1377 Parliament consulted him on the lawfulness of withholding English treasure from Rome. In 1378 he pleaded against the right of sanctuary on behalf of John of Gaunt, duke of Lancaster.