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Putting aside, then, all objection, whether from open opposition or lukewarm support, the great question recurs, that question which dominates this debate, How shall Slavery be overthrown?
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Sumner poses a critical question about how to effectively abolish slavery.
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They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
Endeavor, for a moment, by comparison with other interests, to grapple with this sum.
They who strive after it, Ixion-like, embrace a cloud.
Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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