On the record
Undoubtedly the South would sympathize with the President in any movement against Congress; but it is in no condition to give valuable co-operation.
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Whitelaw Reid
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gutenberg.orgUndoubtedly the South would sympathize with the President in any movement against Congress; but it is in no condition to give valuable co-operation.
Reid observes the South's potential support for the President against Congress, but notes their limitations.
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