Charles Sumner: “In the prosecution of its purposes, the Slave Power has obtained the…”

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In the prosecution of its purposes, the Slave Power has obtained the control of both the great political parties.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner claims that the Slave Power has gained control over both major political parties.

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Charles Sumner: “In the prosecution of its purposes, the Slave Power has obtained the control of both the great political parties.”