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To those now too ready for the part of Grand Compromiser, on a question which admits of no compromise, it will be a warning that they can expect no support for high office from us.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

He warns those seeking compromise on slavery that they will not receive support from his faction.

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