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Here again the claim is not merely for the community, but for “all men,” and it is set forth thus positively in a Declaration of Rights.
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Sumner emphasizes the universal claim of rights for all individuals, not just communities, in the context of liberty.
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More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
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