With us we have a written Constitution; and when its terms and provisions are once clear, do we not weaken, do we not show our lack of faith, that is, our lack of confidence in the value of the provisions, by reënacting it in the form of a statute?
Sumner emphasizes the importance of having a written Constitution and the implications of re-enacting its provisions.
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Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
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.
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