R[obert] Smith to [Wilson Cary Nicholas], indicates that the real conflict in the upcoming election will be between James Madison and George Clinton and that southern prejudices will definitely play a part in this election. Suggests that Congress has a majority of Republicans which are favorable to Madison. Closes by saying that the current international climate will impact the election as well with both England and Spain harassing the United States., 1807 June 08

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