The argument in this debate has gone very much on the military power of the Government, little allusion being made to that other source of power which seems to me so ample,--the power to regulate commerce among the States.
Sumner critiques the debate for focusing too much on military power while neglecting the significant power to regulate commerce among the States.
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Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
Still further: every ship-of-war that floats costs more than a well-endowed college.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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