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If this be true,--and it is undeniable,--then obviously the objects now proposed can be most fitly and effectively accomplished only by diplomatic representatives.
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Sumner emphasizes that if certain truths are accepted, then diplomatic representatives are essential for achieving specific objectives.
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The devices of party can no longer stave it off.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
Nay, more,--if it would be criminal in these several clusters of States to reëstablish the Institution of War as Arbiter of Justice, then is it criminal in the Commonwealth of Nations to continue it.
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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