Charles Sumner: “The measure, thus upheld in defiance of reason, was carried through…”

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The measure, thus upheld in defiance of reason, was carried through Congress in defiance of all securities of legislation.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner condemns the passage of a measure through Congress that he believes disregards reason and legislative safeguards.

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Charles Sumner: “The measure, thus upheld in defiance of reason, was carried through Congress in defiance of all securities of…”