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I do not doubt that they will in a great measure determine the fate of this treaty with the American people.
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Sumner expresses confidence that public sentiment will largely shape the outcome of the treaty.
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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!
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
But so long as War exists as an Institution this terrible inconsistency must appear.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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