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Let there be fairness in the discussion of Southern questions, the advocates of both or all political parties giving honest, truthful reports of occurrences, condemning the wrong and upholding the tight, and soon all will be well.
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Ulysses S. Grant
Republican · Ohio

Editor's note · Context

Grant advocates for fairness in discussing Southern issues, urging honesty from all political sides.

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