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Editorial
January 31, 1894
The Representative
Saint Paul, Minneapolis, Ramsey County, Hennepin County, Minnesota
What is this article about?
An editorial urges Democratic leaders to abolish the protective tariff system this winter before losing control of Congress in the upcoming elections. It predicts failure for free trade policies and anticipates Republican recovery to salvage the economy after decades of their rule.
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Make Way For the Respectable Party.
If the Democratic leaders have any serious intention of wiping out the protective system, they had better do what they are going to do this winter. They will never have another chance. They are certain to lose the lower branch of congress next fall, even if they can retain the senate, which is doubtful. So, if they are wise, they will act now "while it is called today." They are beat anyhow and might as well be hung for an old sheep as a lamb. While in retirement they can leisurely watch the working out of the free trade experiment and see if their contention holds good that it is best for the country. If it ruins everything, as the Republicans predict, the Demmies will have the grim satisfaction of old Samson--that in pulling down the pillars of the temple they have killed the other fellows as well as themselves. Meantime a respectable party will have taken charge of things to see what can be saved from the wreck caused by 40 years of Republicanism and four of its twin brother.--Nonconformist.
If the Democratic leaders have any serious intention of wiping out the protective system, they had better do what they are going to do this winter. They will never have another chance. They are certain to lose the lower branch of congress next fall, even if they can retain the senate, which is doubtful. So, if they are wise, they will act now "while it is called today." They are beat anyhow and might as well be hung for an old sheep as a lamb. While in retirement they can leisurely watch the working out of the free trade experiment and see if their contention holds good that it is best for the country. If it ruins everything, as the Republicans predict, the Demmies will have the grim satisfaction of old Samson--that in pulling down the pillars of the temple they have killed the other fellows as well as themselves. Meantime a respectable party will have taken charge of things to see what can be saved from the wreck caused by 40 years of Republicanism and four of its twin brother.--Nonconformist.
What sub-type of article is it?
Economic Policy
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Free Trade
Protective System
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Congress Elections
Tariffs
What entities or persons were involved?
Democratic Leaders
Republicans
Congress
Senate
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Democratic Push To End Protective Tariffs Before Electoral Loss
Stance / Tone
Ironic Warning To Democrats, Pro Republican
Key Figures
Democratic Leaders
Republicans
Congress
Senate
Key Arguments
Democrats Likely To Lose House Next Fall
Act Now To Abolish Protective System
Free Trade Will Ruin The Country As Republicans Predict
Republicans Will Recover And Salvage Economy