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Let the Senator answer this objection, if, in any way, by twist of learning, logic, or law, he can.
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Sumner challenges a senator to defend their position using logic or law.
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Far above any flickering light or battle-lantern of party is the everlasting sun of Truth, in whose beams are the duties of men.
The first is a heavenly sentiment, from God: the other is a device of this world.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
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