This striking fact makes it the obvious duty of the Government, as early as may be consistent with the principles of sound political economy, to take such measures as will enable the holder of its notes and those of the national banks to convert them without loss into specie or its equivalent.
Johnson emphasizes the government's duty to ensure the stability of currency for the benefit of note holders.
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