Thus, by Act of Congress and the appointment of a Minister, have we recognized the Equal Rights of Hayti in the Family of Nations, and placed the Black Republic under the safeguard of that great axiom of International Law which makes it impossible for us to do unto her what we would not allow her to do unto us.
Sumner emphasizes the importance of recognizing the equality of nations, specifically highlighting Hayti's status in international law.
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