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He was unquestionably honest and patriotic, and the fact that he was a poor man, and a plain farmer of the West, could properly form no objection to his character or his fitness for the Presidency.
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Julian defends Harrison's character and suitability for the presidency, arguing that his humble background should not disqualify him.
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