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With the release of capital, new life would be infused into the paralyzed energies of our people and activity and vigor imparted to every branch of industry.
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Andrew Johnson
Democratic · Tennessee

Editor's note · Context

Johnson believes that releasing capital would revitalize the economy and boost industrial activity.

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