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His instincts, as lawyer, as man of honor, and as Senator, would forbid; but the Slave Power, in enforcing its behests, allows no hesitation, and the Senator surrenders.
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Sumner discusses how the pressures of the Slave Power can lead a senator to compromise their principles.
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