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Editorial
July 15, 1862
The Western Democrat
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
What is this article about?
The editorial defends the Standard's support for Vance while criticizing both Vance and Holden as wire-pulling politicians, asserting Vance is no better than Holden in ability and highlighting Vance's reputation for cleverness and storytelling.
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We are informed that in some of the camps it is denied that the Standard supports Mr. Vance! And we are sometimes told by Vance men that we must not say anything against Vance but denounce Holden as much as possible. We tell them that Mr. Vance is no better than Mr. Holden—he is not Holden's equal in ability. Then why should any one go for Vance and oppose Holden—why should it be denied that the Standard supports Vance? We don't aim to abuse either Mr. Vance or Mr. Holden—but it is right that the truth should be made known about them: they are both wire-pulling politicians.
Mr. Vance has a reputation for being a clever man (as he ought to be) and a first rate hand at telling an anecdote. That's all.
Mr. Vance has a reputation for being a clever man (as he ought to be) and a first rate hand at telling an anecdote. That's all.
What sub-type of article is it?
Partisan Politics
What keywords are associated?
Vance
Holden
Standard
Wire Pulling Politicians
Partisan Support
What entities or persons were involved?
Mr. Vance
Mr. Holden
The Standard
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Criticism Of Vance And Holden As Politicians
Stance / Tone
Critical Of Both Vance And Holden
Key Figures
Mr. Vance
Mr. Holden
The Standard
Key Arguments
Vance Is No Better Than Holden
Vance Is Not Holden's Equal In Ability
Both Vance And Holden Are Wire Pulling Politicians
The Standard Supports Vance
Vance's Reputation Is For Being Clever And Telling Anecdotes