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The resources of the people are tasked to put down the Rebellion which Slavery has aroused.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Sumner emphasizes the burden placed on the people due to the Civil War, which he attributes to the institution of slavery.
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Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
The devices of party can no longer stave it off.
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