There is in the Appropriation Bill an innate vitality; it cannot lose by delay; the public interests cannot suffer; but I do not doubt that all these, and the good name of the country, suffer by every day’s delay in the repeal of the Fugitive Slave Act.” Mr.
Sumner argues that the Appropriation Bill has inherent value and that delays in repealing the Fugitive Slave Act harm the country's reputation.
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