That of Chicago, while saying nothing against the Rebellion, uses ambiguous language, interpreted differently by different persons; while that of Baltimore is so plain and unequivocal that it leaves no room for question.
Sumner critiques the ambiguous language of the Chicago platform compared to the clarity of the Baltimore platform.
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They who strive after it, Ixion-like, embrace a cloud.
Without yielding to any of these extreme views with regard to the mischiefs or the benefits of party, all should agree that the only true and legitimate object of such an association is to uphold, advance, and develop certain principles…
I agree with the Convention in the importance of the new organization; nor do I think there are many candid persons, recognizing morals as the soul of all true politics, who will hesitate in this conclusion.
Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
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