No matter who is the offender,--whether crime be attempted by political party, by Congress, or by President,--wherever it shows itself, whether on the continent or on an island of the sea, you must be ready at all times to stand forth, careless of consequences, and vindicate the Right.
Sumner advocates for unwavering defense of rights against all offenders.
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I agree with the Convention in the importance of the new organization; nor do I think there are many candid persons, recognizing morals as the soul of all true politics, who will hesitate in this conclusion.
Still further: every ship-of-war that floats costs more than a well-endowed college.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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.
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