Charles Sumner: “The evil he has done already is on such a scale that it is impossible…”

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The evil he has done already is on such a scale that it is impossible to measure it, unless as you measure an arc of the globe.

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Massachusetts

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He reflects on the extensive and immeasurable harm caused by the President's actions, indicating a profound impact on society.

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