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For those from whom I differ I have nothing but personal kindness; but I must condemn the text they seek to inject into the Constitution.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner expresses personal goodwill towards those he disagrees with while firmly opposing their constitutional proposals.

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