I care nothing about the exclusion of Chinese laborers from our country, because I believe their habits are inconsistent with our civilization, and, as soon as we can get rid of them properly, according to the treaty, I am willing to do so.
Sherman expresses his belief that Chinese laborers are incompatible with American civilization and supports their exclusion.
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