How often during the war have I pleaded for such patriots, and urged to every effort for their redemption!--and now, when our arms have prevailed, it is they who are cast down, while the enemies of the Republic are exalted.
Sumner reflects on his previous advocacy for loyal patriots during the war and their subsequent marginalization after victory.
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