Charles Sumner: “The instinct of self-preservation, impelling us to save the Republic…”

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The instinct of self-preservation, impelling us to save the Republic, is in harmony with the requirement of moral duty.

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Massachusetts

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This quote illustrates Sumner's belief that self-preservation aligns with moral responsibilities in saving the Republic.

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Charles Sumner: “The instinct of self-preservation, impelling us to save the Republic, is in harmony with the requirement of moral duty.”