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Domestic News
January 17, 1845
Alexandria Gazette
Alexandria, Alexandria County, District Of Columbia
What is this article about?
The Richmond Enquirer expresses impatience with political procrastination and fluctuating rumors from Washington, demanding firm patriots over selfish politicians. The article advises the Enquirer to temper its criticism, noting the targets belong to its own political household.
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The Richmond Enquirer is getting angry. Hear that usually equable journal! It says, "We confess, we begin to be impatient at the procrastination which some gentlemen appear to threaten. We hate these fluctuating rumors, which now and then reach us from Washington. The times demand firm, noble men, and generous patriots—not miserable dodgers, and calculating, selfish politicians." The Enquirer must keep its temper better. It will never do to be exposing these "miserable dodgers,' 'and calculating, selfish politicians," that it speaks of—because, unfortunately, they all belong to the "household of its faith."
What sub-type of article is it?
Politics
What keywords are associated?
Richmond Enquirer
Political Procrastination
Washington Rumors
Selfish Politicians
Where did it happen?
Richmond
Domestic News Details
Primary Location
Richmond
Event Details
The Richmond Enquirer criticizes procrastination by some gentlemen and fluctuating rumors from Washington, calling for firm patriots instead of dodgers and selfish politicians. The article responds by urging the Enquirer to control its temper, as the criticized figures are part of its own political faith.