Charles Sumner: “Men act according to their supposed interests,--this is a law of human…”

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Men act according to their supposed interests,--this is a law of human nature; but every interest of former Rebels is for peace.

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Sumner reflects on human nature, suggesting that former Rebels now have a vested interest in peace.

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Charles Sumner: “Men act according to their supposed interests,--this is a law of human nature; but every interest of former Rebels is…”