Charles Sumner: “How can you hesitate to take every heed and precaution against even…”

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How can you hesitate to take every heed and precaution against even the possibility of such an occurrence?

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Sumner urges caution and vigilance against potential threats, advocating for proactive measures in governance.

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Charles Sumner: “How can you hesitate to take every heed and precaution against even the possibility of such an occurrence?”