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Historical Criticism and Rescission
- When
- 1838-1976
- Where
- Missouri
The order faced contemporary criticism and was formally rescinded in 1976 as a violation of constitutional rights.
Legislator David Atchison demanded a legislative opinion on the order. Governor Boggs was criticized in the press. In 1976, Governor Kit Bond rescinded the order, expressing regret for the injustice and undue suffering caused by the 1838 decree.
Sources
- Missouri Executive Order 44 Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-15
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