Charles Sumner: “Just to the extent of its influence, you will give aid and comfort to…”

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Just to the extent of its influence, you will give aid and comfort to the Rebel enemy, and will prevent the restoration of Union and Peace.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner warns that any support for the enemy aids in the continuation of conflict.

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Charles Sumner: “Just to the extent of its influence, you will give aid and comfort to the Rebel enemy, and will prevent the restoration…”