Such an outrage, so offensive in every respect, not only to the Constitution, but also to the whole system of order by which the universe is governed, can be nothing but a national nuisance, which, for the general welfare, and in the name of justice, ought to be abated.
Sumner condemns slavery as a national nuisance that undermines justice and order.
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The most distant are not without a present influence on our daily lives.
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