Such were the elements which mingled and commingled in the political ferment of 1854, and out of which an anti-slavery party was to be evolved capable of trying conclusions with the perfectly disciplined power of slavery.
Julian discusses the diverse political forces that contributed to the formation of an anti-slavery party in 1854.
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The movement of 1840 was necessarily transient and provisional, while underneath its clatter and nonsense was a real issue.
It was completely at war with the genius and spirit of democratic government.
They cripple a great national industry and source of wealth, and insult the principles of American jurisprudence.
The only enthusiasm of the campaign was in the new party, and it was perfectly spontaneous and fervid.
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