As the liability of the Nation is urged on the single ground that she kept her regard for the flag truly and sincerely, it is evident that this loyalty must be put beyond question; it must be established like any other essential link of evidence.
Sumner emphasizes the need to establish loyalty as a key piece of evidence for claims.
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The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
According to recent calculations, its annual cost is not less than a thousand millions of dollars.
Tendencies of nations, as revealed in history, teach that our aims are in harmony with prevailing laws, which God, in his benevolence, has ordained for mankind.
It is clear that the only question of present practical interest arises from the usurpations of the Slave Power and the efforts to extend Slavery.
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