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Charles Sumner: “I read your speech in the paper this morning, and I write to express my gratification that you have refused to accept…”

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I read your speech in the paper this morning, and I write to express my gratification that you have refused to accept any half-measures, but have sought to induce Congress to proceed in its work of Reconstruction on the only sure foundation, that of justice to all.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner commends a colleague for their unwavering commitment to justice during the Reconstruction era.

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