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And now these parricidal hosts stand arrayed against that paternal Government to which they owe loyalty, defence, and affection.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner critiques those who betray their government, emphasizing loyalty and affection owed to it.

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