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It was perpetrated through perversion of the great writ of Habeas Corpus.
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Sumner points out the misuse of the writ of Habeas Corpus in a specific case of injustice.
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Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
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