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Editorial
September 22, 1876
Union And American
Greeneville, Greene County, Tennessee
What is this article about?
Satirical editorial mocking Missouri Republicans for welcoming former Confederates into the party if they support Republican principles, suggesting even Jeff Davis could become a candidate for governor.
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The Missouri Republicans seem to be bidding for the "Confederate" vote. They declared that "the Republican party stands ever ready to welcome to full fellowship all persons who have ever been in the councils or camps of the rebellion upon the single condition of belief in and support of republican principles." So they are ready to open their arms to them if they vote the right ticket. Let Jeff Davis repent and be saved. Here is a chance for him to become the Republican candidate for governor in Missouri.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
Satire
What keywords are associated?
Missouri Republicans
Confederate Vote
Political Reconciliation
Jeff Davis
Republican Principles
What entities or persons were involved?
Missouri Republicans
Republican Party
Confederate Vote
Jeff Davis
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Republican Outreach To Former Confederates In Missouri
Stance / Tone
Satirical Criticism
Key Figures
Missouri Republicans
Republican Party
Confederate Vote
Jeff Davis
Key Arguments
Republicans Welcome Former Rebels If They Support Republican Principles
Bidding For Confederate Vote By Conditional Fellowship
Sarcastic Suggestion That Jeff Davis Could Repent And Run For Governor