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I almost at once exclaimed, That blow will effect a revolution in our political relationship; yet I pray God that the Union may continue intact under its momentous influences.
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Sumner reflects on the political ramifications of a violent assault on a colleague, hoping for the preservation of the Union.
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They are but leaders of the two contending factions into which the Slave Power is divided.
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.
Let us at all hazards prevent the extension of Slavery and the increase of the Slave Power.
Nor should we be too impatient to witness the fulfilment of our aspirations.
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