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The cry for reform is everywhere,--from New York to New Orleans.
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Sumner notes the national outcry for reform, highlighting its significance across the country.
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The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
It is larger than the entire profit of all the commerce and manufactures of the world.
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!
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