Political Quotes

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But, independent of example, we are led to this course by conviction of its necessity, in the maintenance of our great cause.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner emphasizes the importance of conviction in political actions for the advancement of a cause.

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