On the record
And now I plead that all nations are equal before the Law, without distinction of color.
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Sumner extends his plea for equality to nations, arguing that all should be treated equally regardless of race.
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Let loyalty to one man be exchanged for Love to Man.
Without yielding to any of these extreme views with regard to the mischiefs or the benefits of party, all should agree that the only true and legitimate object of such an association is to uphold, advance, and develop certain principles…
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.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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