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Under its kindly influence the past Rebellion will disappear, alike in its principles and its passions; future Rebellion will be impossible; and there will be a peace never to be disturbed.
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This quote envisions a future free from rebellion, highlighting the transformative power of peace.
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Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
I am in favor of a tariff for revenue, such a one as will yield a sufficient amount to the treasury to defray the expenses of the government, economically administered.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
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