But, plainly, the repudiation of a caucus vote for Human Rights is to be judged differently from the repudiation of a caucus vote adverse to Human Rights,--assuming, as I do, that there is no promise in either case.
Sumner highlights the importance of distinguishing between votes that support human rights and those that do not.
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The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
Tendencies of nations, as revealed in history, teach that our aims are in harmony with prevailing laws, which God, in his benevolence, has ordained for mankind.
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