On the record
Citizens, whose only offence is loyalty, are driven from their homes.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Sumner condemns the expulsion of loyal citizens from their homes during the conflict.
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The most distant are not without a present influence on our daily lives.
Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
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