Charles Sumner: “Consent of the governed necessary in forming new governments of, XII.…”

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Consent of the governed necessary in forming new governments of, XII. 298.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes the importance of consent from the governed in establishing new governments, reflecting democratic principles.

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Charles Sumner: “Consent of the governed necessary in forming new governments of, XII. 298.”