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When the proposition for the abolition of Slavery in the District was brought forward, we were told that it was correct in principle, but that it would not work well,--that it was not practical!
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Sumner recalls opposition to the abolition of slavery, which was considered correct in principle but impractical by some.
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Tendencies of nations, as revealed in history, teach that our aims are in harmony with prevailing laws, which God, in his benevolence, has ordained for mankind.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
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