Among all the powers of Congress incident to our unparalleled condition, there is none so far-reaching, as there is none so beneficent,--there is none so potent to beat down rebellion, as there is none other by which peace can be made truly secure.
Sumner identifies the powers of Congress as crucial for overcoming rebellion and securing lasting peace.
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