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But this is too much to expect while Slavery prevails here; for the Duel is part of that System of Violence which has its origin in Slavery.
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Sumner connects the practice of dueling to the broader system of violence perpetuated by slavery, suggesting a deep-rooted societal issue.
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Controlled by such a code, employing such representatives, sustained by such agencies, animated by such Furies, and producing such fruits of tears and bitterness, it must be open to question.
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