Charles Sumner: “The petition asks simply the repeal of an obnoxious statute, which is…”

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The petition asks simply the repeal of an obnoxious statute, which is entirely within the competency of Congress.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes the authority of Congress to repeal unjust laws.

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Charles Sumner: “The petition asks simply the repeal of an obnoxious statute, which is entirely within the competency of Congress.”