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Let us call Senator Sumner a fanatic, if we will; let us pronounce him a man of one idea, if we choose; but let us at least award him the honor he deserves.… If Charles Sumner is wrong, his example is right.
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Sumner defends his reputation against critics, asserting that even if he is wrong, his commitment is commendable.
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