But I do confidently submit, that in this peculiar, time-honored immunity, originally claimed by the nation, and conceded by the States within which the public lands lie, there is ample ground of equity, under which these States may now appeal to the nation for assistance out of these public lands.
Sumner argues that the historical immunity from taxation on public lands provides a basis for states to seek assistance from the nation.
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