Transferred to the more tranquil domain of morals, religion, economy, and philanthropy, it must continue to occupy the attention of the good and the humane; but it will cease to be the stumbling-block of politicians.
This quote suggests that while slavery will remain a moral issue, it should no longer be a political stumbling block.
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