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September 22, 1860
The Semi Weekly Mountain Democrat
Placerville, El Dorado County, California
What is this article about?
A political falsehood by Douglas supporters claims Chief Justice Taney backs Douglas's Dred Scott interpretation, but Taney supports Breckinridge and Lane instead.
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Story of the Falsehood.—The latest and biggest and most impudent falsehood originated and circulated by the frightened Douglasites is, that Chief Justice Taney is in favor of their idol, and approves of his construction of the Dred Scott decision! The idea is preposterous. Judge Taney is a profound jurist, a consistent Democrat, and an ardent supporter of Breckinridge and Lane. If bold lying and unblushing bragging can elect a President, Douglas will surely be successful. His friends have claimed every prominent Democrat for him, but without the least authority, and in direct opposition to their sentiments and declarations.
What sub-type of article is it?
Deception Fraud
What themes does it cover?
Deception
What keywords are associated?
Falsehood
Douglasites
Taney
Dred Scott
Breckinridge
Lane
Political Lying
What entities or persons were involved?
Chief Justice Taney
Douglas
Breckinridge
Lane
Story Details
Key Persons
Chief Justice Taney
Douglas
Breckinridge
Lane
Story Details
The Douglasites originated and circulated a falsehood claiming Chief Justice Taney favors Douglas and approves his construction of the Dred Scott decision, despite Taney being a supporter of Breckinridge and Lane.