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How often do I insist that we cannot at any moment, or in any transaction, forget these great responsibilities!
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Sumner emphasizes the importance of remembering national responsibilities in every action and decision.
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It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
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.
In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
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