Charles Sumner: “Because unnatural according to observation during the brief period of…”

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Because unnatural according to observation during the brief period of historic time, it does not follow that they are not strictly according to law.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner argues that just because something seems unnatural in recorded history, it doesn't mean it isn't governed by natural laws.

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Charles Sumner: “Because unnatural according to observation during the brief period of historic time, it does not follow that they are…”