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George Julian: “After the presidential election of 1844, I resolved that I would never vote for another slaveholder, and the course of…”

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After the presidential election of 1844, I resolved that I would never vote for another slaveholder, and the course of events and my own reflections had constantly strengthened this purpose.
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George Julian
Republican · Indiana

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Julian reflects on his commitment to not support slaveholders after the 1844 election.

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