Charles Sumner: “The proposition is objectionable, first, because it is mischievous,--and, secondly, because it is difficult, if not…”

“The proposition is objectionable, first, because it is mischievous,--and, secondly, because it is difficult, if not impracticable, in its operation; and if I can have the attention of the Senate, unless figures deceive me, and unless facts are at fault, I think that the Senate must agree in my conclusion.”