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John Sherman: “And now we have seen our ancient adversary, broken, dispersed and disorganized, unite in supporting a gentleman who was…”

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And now we have seen our ancient adversary, broken, dispersed and disorganized, unite in supporting a gentleman who was elected to Congress as an American, in open, avowed opposition to the Democratic organization.
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John Sherman
Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Sherman observes the disarray of their adversaries who are now uniting against a Republican candidate, indicating a shift in political dynamics.

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