The cause of Human Liberty, in this great controversy, found voice in James Otis, a young lawyer of eloquence, learning, and courage, whose early words, like the notes of the morning bugle mingling with the dawn, awakened the whole country.
Sumner highlights the pivotal role of James Otis in advocating for human liberty during a crucial period in American history.
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Confessing the Fatherhood of God, and the consequent Brotherhood of Man, we find a divine standard of unquestionable accuracy.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
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