Garnsey's letter and Adams' reply were made public in Anti-Masonic newspapers. Because Adams' opponent Andrew Jackson was a Mason, while Adams was not, Anti-Masons supported Adams.
Garnsey's letter and Adams' response were disseminated through Anti-Masonic media. Consequently, Adams garnered support from the Anti-Masons because his opponent, Andrew Jackson, was a member of the Masonic organization, whereas Adams himself was not affiliated with it.