Charles Sumner: “This is a political proceeding, which the people are as competent to…”

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This is a political proceeding, which the people are as competent to decide as the Senate.

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Sumner emphasizes the role of the people in political decisions, asserting their competence in judgment.

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Charles Sumner: “This is a political proceeding, which the people are as competent to decide as the Senate.”