Thus far our Government, habitually hospitable to all newly formed republics, has turned aside from Hayti and Liberia, although the former has been an independent power for nearly sixty years, and the latter for nearly fifteen.
Sumner points out the inconsistency of the U.S. government in recognizing Hayti and Liberia despite their long-standing independence.
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I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
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