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In faithful fellowship for long years, we have striven together for the establishment of Liberty and Equality as the fundamental law of this Republic.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner reflects on his long-standing commitment to the principles of Liberty and Equality in the United States.

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