What is the best interpretation of Governor Altgeld's statement, "They do not stand
on the same footing with you, so that much must be overlooked."
A. The workers who went on strike at the Pullman plant are men of lesser
character than a successful businessman, such as George Pullman.
B. The workers are uneducated and should be forgiven if they do not understand
the reasonableness and intent of Mr. Pullman's astute business decisions.
C. The workers at Pullman are hardworking and noble souls and Mr. Pullman
doesn't measure up to them at all.
D. Mr. Pullman should acknowledge the advantages of money, power, and influence
he has over the workers and therefore forgive the workers if some of their
actions do not make sense to him.