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If by any accident the Rebellion should prevail, then, just in proportion to its triumph, through concession on our part or successful force on the other part, will the Union be impaired and peace be impossible.
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Sumner warns that if the rebellion succeeds, it will lead to a weakened Union and perpetual conflict.
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