I hope and pray that this doctrine speaks the mind of Lincoln, and that he will not flinch from its execution with the whole power of the Government.… Oh that Congress may adopt your set just as they came from your mighty pen, and then follow them up by legislation to give them active life!
Sumner hopes that Lincoln will support a particular doctrine with full governmental power, reflecting his desire for strong leadership.
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