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But I am satisfied this danger may be avoided by the pecuniary aid proposed by the present treaty with us, and the united diplomacy of England, Spain, and the United States.
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Sumner believes that financial aid and diplomacy could prevent conflict in Mexico.
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The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
As the Brotherhood of Man is practically recognized, it becomes impossible to restrict the feeling within any exclusive circle of country, and to set up an unchristian distinction of honor between civil war and international war.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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