It is said that Louis Napoleon is concerting alliance with the Rebel Slavemongers of our country, founded on the recognition of their independence, so that they may take their place as a new power in the Family of Nations.
Sumner critiques Louis Napoleon's potential alliance with Confederate forces during the American Civil War.
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It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
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