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Editorial
September 17, 1871
The Daily Phoenix
Columbia, Richland County, South Carolina
What is this article about?
The editorial supports the Cincinnati Commercial's call for Radical supporters to 'scratch the bummers' on their ticket ahead of the election, arguing that candidate integrity must outweigh party loyalty to ensure honest administration.
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The Cincinnati Commercial, (Radical,) in view of the approaching election, calls upon the supporters of the Radical ticket to 'scratch the bummers.' This is as it should be. If any party nominates unworthy candidates, they do not deserve support, and, regardless of consequences, should be scratched. It is a wrong principle which covers the shortcomings of others with the great mantle of party; nor can we hope for any official integrity in the administration of affairs until it is wholly and finally ignored. Considerations of honesty, probity and integrity should be held superior to those of party. In every instance, 'scratch the bummers' should be an accepted principle with all who have the welfare of their country or their principles at heart.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Scratch Bummers
Party Integrity
Election Candidates
Political Honesty
Radical Ticket
What entities or persons were involved?
Cincinnati Commercial
Radical Ticket
Bummers
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Scratching Unworthy Candidates In Elections
Stance / Tone
Advocacy For Integrity Over Party Loyalty
Key Figures
Cincinnati Commercial
Radical Ticket
Bummers
Key Arguments
Supporters Of The Radical Ticket Should Scratch Unworthy Candidates.
Unworthy Candidates Do Not Deserve Support Regardless Of Party.
Party Loyalty Should Not Cover Shortcomings.
Honesty, Probity, And Integrity Should Supersede Party Considerations.
'Scratch The Bummers' Should Be A Principle For Those Prioritizing Country And Principles.