The only issue of the canvass was slavery, and on this they were perfectly agreed, while each, for the sake of the spoils of office, was trying to surpass the other in the damning proofs of its treason to humanity and contempt for the fundamental truths of republican government.
Julian emphasizes the singular focus on slavery by political parties and their betrayal of humanity.
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Its prizes are often rich and suddenly gained, and when they are sought through the forms of a law which compels a man to choose between an expensive and hazardous litigation and robbery, human nature is severely tried.
It rallied the Whig masses like a grand battle-cry.
It was unrecognized by both parties, but it made its advent, and the men who pointed its way quietly served notice upon the country of their ulterior purposes.
He was the most conspicuous public rascal of his time, but was far from being alone in his odious notoriety.
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