Charles Sumner: “But all who are for the system, and wish to see it doing all the good…”

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But all who are for the system, and wish to see it doing all the good it can, will take care that it is not compelled to carry weight.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes that supporters of the system will ensure it operates effectively without undue burdens.

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Charles Sumner: “But all who are for the system, and wish to see it doing all the good it can, will take care that it is not compelled to…”