As long as they continue here, they will resist the establishment of guaranties; but it is little short of madness to think of exiling loyal persons, whose strong arms are needed, not only for the cultivation of the soil, but also for protection of the Government itself.
Sumner argues against exiling loyal individuals who are essential for both agriculture and government protection.
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