Charles Sumner: “The Senator insists constantly upon foisting an unconstitutional idea…”

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The Senator insists constantly upon foisting an unconstitutional idea in the way of establishing Emancipation throughout this country.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner criticizes a colleague for promoting an unconstitutional idea that hinders Emancipation.

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Charles Sumner: “The Senator insists constantly upon foisting an unconstitutional idea in the way of establishing Emancipation throughout…”