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I had hoped that this question would be decided without debate, at least on our side,--in short, that all would appreciate the exigency, and unite harmoniously in applying the remedy.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner expresses his hope for a united and harmonious resolution to a pressing issue without extensive debate.

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