On the recordMay 19, 1856
Can any man doubt that, even in spite of the people's will, slavery will triumph through violence, unless that will be made manifest and enforced?
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Lincoln warns that slavery will prevail through force unless the people's opposition is clearly expressed and acted upon.
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