Charles Sumner: “A waiver of national duty, especially where made for the national…”

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A waiver of national duty, especially where made for the national benefit, must entail national obligation.

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He argues that waiving national duties for national benefit creates a corresponding obligation for the nation.

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Charles Sumner: “A waiver of national duty, especially where made for the national benefit, must entail national obligation.”