Charles Sumner: “In asking for security, we simply follow the rules of prudence…”

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In asking for security, we simply follow the rules of prudence, whether between individuals or nations.

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Sumner explains that seeking security in international dealings is a prudent practice, applicable to both individuals and nations.

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Charles Sumner: “In asking for security, we simply follow the rules of prudence, whether between individuals or nations.”