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The principles of the Revolution taught the inhabitants of this country to risk their lives and fortunes in asserting their liberty, or, in other words, their right to a share in the government.
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Here, Sumner reflects on the revolutionary spirit that motivated Americans to fight for their liberties and governance.
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I am opposed to a tariff for protection merely, and not for revenue."--Letter to John K.
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.
The subterfuges of the politician cannot escape it.
It is larger than the entire profit of all the commerce and manufactures of the world.
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