Charles Sumner: “Let the North be relieved from this usurpation, and the first step…”

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Let the North be relieved from this usurpation, and the first step will be taken towards permanent harmony.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner believes that removing the Fugitive Act will be a significant step towards achieving harmony in the North.

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Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.

Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.

The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.

Still further: every ship-of-war that floats costs more than a well-endowed college.

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Charles Sumner: “Let the North be relieved from this usurpation, and the first step will be taken towards permanent harmony.”