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They are founded on unquestionable American right, declared with Independence, confirmed by the blood of the Fathers, and expounded by patriots, which cannot be impeached without impairing the liberties of all.
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gutenberg.orgCharles Sumner: “They are founded on unquestionable American right, declared with Independence, confirmed by the blood of the Fathers…”
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Sumner asserts that certain rights are foundational to American liberty and cannot be compromised.
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