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Whitelaw Reid: It never protected me; it has robbed me and mine!” That man could be believed.

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It never protected me; it has robbed me and mine!” That man could be believed.
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Whitelaw Reid

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This quote reflects a strong sentiment of betrayal felt by a Southern individual regarding the government after the Civil War.

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