Answer:
He beleived that Southern leaders should not be punished for their acts, but are required to pay a sum of money to his executive office.
Explanation:
He wanted to forgive them and move on, so he was willing to allow southern states to appoint representatives in congress. He thought it was none of his business as to what happened in different states, federal and state laws. As long as slaver was not reinstituted he did not say anything.
