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Here is the definition of Citizenship, and the right to the equal protection of the laws,--in other words, Citizenship and Equality, both placed under the safeguard of the Nation.
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He defines citizenship and the right to equal protection under the law as fundamental safeguards.
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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.
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!
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