davepi2
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- Jul 2, 2011
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- columbus ohio
Today I borrowed a book from the library titled "The Approaching Fury, Voices of the Storm, 1820-1861. I have been reading the selections from the writings of John C. Calhoun and have found them very interesting and I wonder what others think of his arguments. I will admit until today I haven't read his works although I am familiar with him so if anyone can point out where I am wrong in the following points please do so. Being a Yank I certainly would appreciate a Southern view on this subject.
First I disagree with his arguments for protecting slavery but that is not what I want to mention. He seems too contradict himself and doesn't seem to even notice or care he is doing it. He quotes Jefferson in his opposition to the Missouri Compromise but he also spends much time in objecting to the Declaration of Independence, particularly that part which states all men are born and created equal. Well who wrote the Declaration? He conveniently leaves that part out of his arguments. Furthermore it seems he reminds me of a famous movie character. Captain Quigg of the Caine Mutiny. He seems to be paranoid of anyone who disagrees with him and anyone who once was on his side is disloyal and a coward. Once again I am just now starting to read his writings. Also the author of the book may have only included writings of Senator Calhoun to make the senator look bad. Please any viewpoints form those who are much more familiar with Senator Calhoun's arguments would be appreciated.
david
First I disagree with his arguments for protecting slavery but that is not what I want to mention. He seems too contradict himself and doesn't seem to even notice or care he is doing it. He quotes Jefferson in his opposition to the Missouri Compromise but he also spends much time in objecting to the Declaration of Independence, particularly that part which states all men are born and created equal. Well who wrote the Declaration? He conveniently leaves that part out of his arguments. Furthermore it seems he reminds me of a famous movie character. Captain Quigg of the Caine Mutiny. He seems to be paranoid of anyone who disagrees with him and anyone who once was on his side is disloyal and a coward. Once again I am just now starting to read his writings. Also the author of the book may have only included writings of Senator Calhoun to make the senator look bad. Please any viewpoints form those who are much more familiar with Senator Calhoun's arguments would be appreciated.
david
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