Charles Sumner: “Sumner’s splendid oratory always attracts immense audiences, even when…”

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Sumner’s splendid oratory always attracts immense audiences, even when his speeches bear upon the unpopular subject of Slavery.

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Sumner's ability to draw large audiences is noted, even when addressing the contentious issue of slavery.

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