It is an interest that is not local, as the bill is for the benefit of mechanics in all parts of the loyal States, from Maryland, in the South, to Massachusetts and Maine, in the North and East, and then stretching from New York, on the seaboard, to Missouri, beyond the Mississippi.
Sumner describes the national scope of the bill aimed at benefiting mechanics across various states.
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It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
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