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Most appalling is it to think that one little word, unconsciously used by a trusting President, could be caught up by a friendly power and made to play such a part.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner reflects on the impact of a single word used by a President in international relations.

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