Charles Sumner: “Some Republicans may condemn, but hosts will rejoice that you regard…”

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Some Republicans may condemn, but hosts will rejoice that you regard the cause more than Republicanism.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner acknowledges that while some may criticize, many will appreciate prioritizing the cause over party loyalty.

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Charles Sumner: “Some Republicans may condemn, but hosts will rejoice that you regard the cause more than Republicanism.”