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But the language of the Constitution leaves no room for doubt.
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He insists that the Constitution's language is clear and unambiguous regarding its requirements.
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Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
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.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
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