Ye who doubt the destinies of the Republic, who fear the ambition of a military chief, or suspect the popular will, do not forget that at this moment, when the noise of battle filled the whole land, the country quietly appointed for its ruler this man of peace.
Sumner addresses those who doubt the Republic's future, emphasizing the people's choice of a peaceful leader amidst war.
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