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By natural consequence, the same Barbarism which has drenched the land in blood will continue to prevail, with wrong, outrage, and the insurrections of an oppressed race; the national name will be dishonored, and the national power weakened.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner warns that ongoing violence and oppression will tarnish the nation's reputation and strength.

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