Charles Sumner said "Here is distinct and open notice that the President will do all in his power to thwart your legislation and to arrest a just Reconstruction." @ PoliticalQuotes.com

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Here is distinct and open notice that the President will do all in his power to thwart your legislation and to arrest a just Reconstruction.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner highlights that the President's actions will actively undermine legislative efforts and hinder Reconstruction.

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