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How often, in other times, have we all throbbed with indignation at the resolution in the other House, also in this Chamber, to stifle discussion on a great question!
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner reflects on past indignation regarding attempts to stifle important discussions in Congress.

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