On the recordFebruary 7, 1865
He disclaims all right of the Executive to interfere in any way in the matter of canvassing or counting electoral votes.
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presidency.ucsb.eduHe disclaims all right of the Executive to interfere in any way in the matter of canvassing or counting electoral votes.
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