The absurd injustice of this often repeated complaint is sufficiently shown by the simple observation, that, in recognizing the belligerent rights of the South, we did exactly what the Federal Government itself did, and has continued to do from the commencement of the war.
Sumner critiques the hypocrisy of complaints regarding recognition of the South's belligerent rights during the Civil War.
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Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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