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Here is a platform on which every patriot citizen can take his stand, having over him the stars of the Union.
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Sumner calls for a unifying platform that embodies the values of the Union.
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It is true, doubtless, that there are various races of men; but there is but one great Human Family, in which Caucasian, Ethiopian, Chinese, and Indian are all brothers, children of one Father, and heirs to one happiness.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
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