The President very truly said that any appearance of a personal hostility or opposition to General Grant, would be inconsistent with my constant support of his administration during eight years, and would induce a concentration that would surely defeat me.
Sherman acknowledges the delicate balance of supporting President Grant while avoiding the appearance of opposition during his own candidacy.
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It was settled by this war that we have a country limited in its powers by the constitution of the United States fairly construed.
The Union already embraces discordant elements enough without adding others.
Our country, our whole country, and nothing but our country" has been the watchword and creed of my public life.
Canada and Mexico as independent republics will be more valuable to the United States than if carved into additional states.
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