Strange that the land of Wilberforce, after spending millions for Emancipation, after proclaiming everywhere the truths of Liberty, and ascending to glorious primacy in the sublime movement for the Universal Abolition of Slavery, could do this thing!
Sumner expresses disbelief that England, known for its abolitionist efforts, could support slavery.
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The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
But so long as War exists as an Institution this terrible inconsistency must appear.
In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
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