I, representing a state nearly central in population, have tested the sense of the people of Ohio, and they, I believe, are by a great majority, not only of the party to which I belong but of the Democratic party, opposed to the free coinage of silver.
Sherman expresses the opposition of Ohio's citizens to the free coinage of silver.
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Resolved, That the Democratic party will resist all attempts at renewing in Congress, or out of it, the agitation of the slavery question, under whatever shape or color the attempt may be made.
You have all contributed, more or less, in perverting the public mind as to our principles and purposes.
He took strong ground against the repeal of the Missouri Compromise, and in 1859 was a competitor with me for the position of speaker, but withdrew in my favor after the first ballot.
He theorizes about coercing a state when he should be enforcing the laws against rebellious citizens.
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