He denounced the Administration and the San Domingo project in a style which commanded my decided approval, for my original dislike of Grant had been ripening into disgust and contempt, and, like Greeley, I had fully made up my mind that under no circumstance could I ever again give him my support.
Julian shares his growing disapproval of President Grant and his policies, particularly regarding San Domingo.
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