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I forget, for the moment, all the unutterable wrong of Slavery, and all the transcendent blessings of Freedom; for they do not belong to this argument.
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Sumner reflects on the complexities of discussing slavery and freedom in the context of a larger argument.
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The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
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.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
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