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Voice only is mine, when, like the ancient Athenian, I ought to carry the weapons of Zeus on the tongue.
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Sumner compares his voice to that of an ancient warrior, wishing for greater impact.
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Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
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