I think, moreover, you have spoken the sober, sound thought of the country; and while they are indignant at the inconsistent annoyance of the ministry and the press of England, they feel that the course taken is not only the wise and expedient one, but, on the whole, the most consistent.
Sumner believes that the speaker has articulated the prevailing thoughts of the country regarding England's actions.
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