Surely, then, it is right to say that the combination which seeks to perpetuate and extend Slavery is unknown to the Constitution,--that it exists in defiance of that instrument, and also of the recorded opinions uttered constantly by its founders.
Sumner reiterates that the movement to extend slavery contradicts the Constitution and the founders' beliefs.
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Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.
Disunion no remedy for grievances of, VII. 33.
Working-men of Europe, desire abolition of war, XVIII. 236.
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