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Charles Sumner: “The misconduct of the President, and his obstruction of important legislation, naturally aroused judgment and…”

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The misconduct of the President, and his obstruction of important legislation, naturally aroused judgment and indignation.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner criticizes the President for obstructing important legislation, which led to public outrage.

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