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But, just in proportion as these are numerous, intelligent, powerful, and liberal, do they constitute an arm of strength.
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Sumner argues that a strong, educated, and liberal farming community is a significant asset to society.
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It is true, doubtless, that there are various races of men; but there is but one great Human Family, in which Caucasian, Ethiopian, Chinese, and Indian are all brothers, children of one Father, and heirs to one happiness.
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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The devices of party can no longer stave it off.
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