There are a great many men who have swung the whip over the plantation, who think they not only rule the plantation, but make up the judgment of the world, and hold the keys not only to political power, as they have done in this country, but to social life.
He critiques those who believe they hold power over both political and social spheres due to their status.
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The most distant are not without a present influence on our daily lives.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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