State of the Union Addresses by Rutherford Birchard Hayes

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Author Hayes, Rutherford Birchard, 1822-1893
Title State of the Union Addresses
Note Reading ease score: 37.7 (College-level). Difficult to read.
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Summary "State of the Union Addresses" by Rutherford B. Hayes is a collection of historical speeches delivered by the 19th President of the United States, covering the late 19th century, specifically during his presidency from 1877 to 1881. Through these addresses, Hayes discusses pressing national issues of his time, including the aftermath of the Civil War, economic recovery, civil rights, currency reform, and foreign relations. The speeches serve as an important reflection on the political landscape of post-war America and the efforts to restore unity among a divided populace. The opening portion of "State of the Union Addresses" begins with Hayes's message to Congress on December 3, 1877, where he expresses gratitude for the nation's peace and prosperity. He emphasizes the importance of fully pacifying the country following the Civil War, particularly regarding the treatment of formerly enslaved individuals and the need for their civil and political rights to be firmly established. Hayes outlines the challenges faced in this restoration and praises the recent progress while advocating for continued efforts to ensure harmony and justice across all races in the nation. He stresses the significance of resuming specie payments and adjusting the coinage system, signaling his commitment to solid fiscal policies. Overall, this opening serves as a call to action for Congress and the American people to work collaboratively toward greater national unity and economic stability. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class J: Political science
Subject Presidents -- United States -- Messages
Subject United States -- Politics and government -- Sources
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EBook-No. 5027
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Nov 27, 2014
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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