As soon as the Southern Legislatures assembled, it was made evident that their members disregarded, and even derided, the opinion of those who had conquered the Rebellion and held control of the Congress of the United States.
Blaine criticizes the Southern Legislatures for ignoring the authority of those who fought against the Rebellion.
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I am in no boastful mood: I shall not do more than I can, but I shall do all I can to save the Government, which is my sworn duty as well as my personal inclination.
This ratio of influence went into the Electoral College, and gave to the white men of South Carolina, Mississippi and Louisiana double the power of that enjoyed by white men in New York, Illinois and California.
If you are not ready to be the Moses of an oppressed people, do not become their Pharaoh.
In all the revolted states, upon the testimony of your ablest generals, there is no safety to the property or lives of loyal men.
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