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But you will not fail to remark how naturally Slavery flourished among such a congenial people.
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He notes that slavery thrived among people who were well-suited to it, suggesting a critique of societal norms.
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Nay, more,--if it would be criminal in these several clusters of States to reëstablish the Institution of War as Arbiter of Justice, then is it criminal in the Commonwealth of Nations to continue it.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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