I know he led many to believe he would agree to the civil rights bill, and nearly all who conversed with him until within a few days believed he would acquiesce in the amendments, and even aid in securing their adoption.
Sherman reveals that many believed the President would support the civil rights bill until recently.
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He theorizes about coercing a state when he should be enforcing the laws against rebellious citizens.
They want disunion, and not compromise or conciliation.
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I wrote an adverse report, but it was suppressed in the committee.
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