Ron Chernow Quote
The speech lacked soaring cadences or memorable lines, yet it touched on two explosive issues at the finale. He advised Native Americans that their days as a hunting, gathering people were numbered and that he favored civilization, christianization and ultimate citizenship for them.89 Then, in sharp contrast to his predecessor, Grant championed black suffrage.
Ron Chernow
The speech lacked soaring cadences or memorable lines, yet it touched on two explosive issues at the finale. He advised Native Americans that their days as a hunting, gathering people were numbered and that he favored civilization, christianization and ultimate citizenship for them.89 Then, in sharp contrast to his predecessor, Grant championed black suffrage.