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God grant that the time may come when this term may be forgotten! but until then we must not hesitate to call things by their right names.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Sumner hopes for a future where the term 'Rebel States' is no longer necessary, emphasizing the importance of naming things accurately in the present.
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Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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