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John Sherman: “The true policy is to rise above these narrow family divisions, and, without disparagement of any Republican, unite in…”

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The true policy is to rise above these narrow family divisions, and, without disparagement of any Republican, unite in the most active and zealous efforts against the common enemy.
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John Sherman
Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Sherman calls for unity among Republicans to effectively combat their political opponents, urging an end to internal divisions.

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