I am sure that your theory is the true one, and, in fact, the only one this Government can consistently follow, and the only one which seems to offer a plain path out of the maze of conflicting legal and constitutional points in which so many of our public men seem to have become entangled.
Sumner asserts the validity of a theory he believes is essential for the government's consistent action amidst legal complexities.
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But so long as War exists as an Institution this terrible inconsistency must appear.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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