Charles Sumner: “Whatever the treaty may say in terms, there is no settlement in fact…”

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Whatever the treaty may say in terms, there is no settlement in fact; and until this is made, there will be constant menace of discord.

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Massachusetts

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He asserts that despite the treaty's language, no real settlement exists, which could lead to ongoing conflict.

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Charles Sumner: “Whatever the treaty may say in terms, there is no settlement in fact; and until this is made, there will be constant…”