The action of the President in promptly revoking the order of General Hunter, of the ninth of May, declaring free the slaves of the States of Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina, aggravated the growing impatience of the people.
Julian discusses the President's decision to revoke a significant order regarding the emancipation of slaves, which frustrated the public.
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They thus undermine the morals of the people, and pave the way for violence and crime.
It was hollow and false, and the best men in the party felt it.
It was completely at war with the genius and spirit of democratic government.
Its prizes are often rich and suddenly gained, and when they are sought through the forms of a law which compels a man to choose between an expensive and hazardous litigation and robbery, human nature is severely tried.
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