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But I do hope that the Senator will consider carefully whether it be not within the power of Congress, in some way or other, directly or indirectly, to apply an efficient remedy.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner urges careful consideration of Congress's ability to provide effective solutions.

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