apr 16, 1865 - Johnson Presidency

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-Johnson came from a common background
-lacked in Lincoln's moral sense and political judgement
-loyal to the Union during the Civil War
-ran as Lincoln's VP in 1864 to promote unity
-Democrat
-disagreements with Republicans and contradictory actions wreaked havoc
-talked against southern planters but allied himself with ex-Confederate leaders

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