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Already I have exhibited the identity between Slavery and the Rebellion; and yet it is proposed to recognize Slavery in the Union, when such recognition will be plain recognition of the Rebellion.
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Sumner points out the contradiction of recognizing slavery while trying to maintain the Union, equating it with acknowledging rebellion.
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