By the Constitution it is solemnly announced that to Congress is given the power “to declare war.” This allotment of power was made only after much consideration, and in obedience to those popular rights consecrated by the American Revolution.
Sumner discusses the constitutional allocation of war powers to Congress, emphasizing its significance in protecting popular rights.
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