It was foreshadowed in the writings of philosophers, in the gradual march of Human Progress, in the wide-spread influence of the American Revolution, in the growing instincts of the people, and the obvious injustice of existing things,--and it was begun in the example of Lafayette.
Sumner reflects on the historical influences that led to the American Revolution and the pursuit of justice.
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This will be the FREEDOM POWER, whose single object will be to resist the SLAVE POWER.
It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
The most distant are not without a present influence on our daily lives.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
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