Charles Sumner: “Nought in vengeance, nought even in punishment; but all for the sake…”

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Nought in vengeance, nought even in punishment; but all for the sake of that peace which is the first condition of national welfare.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner advocates for peace as the primary goal, rejecting vengeance and punishment in favor of national welfare.

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