I begin, Sir, by assuming that honorable Senators will not act in this spirit,--that they will not wantonly and flagitiously discard any obligation, pledge, or covenant, because they chance to possess the power,--that they will not substitute might for right.
Sumner calls on Senators to uphold their obligations and not to prioritize power over justice.
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