True equality in the past is for the National Government to redeem its pledges, whether direct or only implied,--whether there is an absolute promise, of which you have a record, or only an inference or understanding, founded, it may be, in misconception, but still embraced in good faith by innocent parties.
Sumner emphasizes the importance of the National Government fulfilling its promises to ensure true equality.
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