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Charles Sumner: “Little or no effervescence on the surface, but a depth of feeling, a calmness of conviction, and an energy of purpose…”

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Little or no effervescence on the surface, but a depth of feeling, a calmness of conviction, and an energy of purpose, from which, I am well satisfied, the whole country will hear in due time.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner describes the deep conviction and calm purpose he observed in a gathering, suggesting significant future impact.

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