Charles Sumner: “Is there any one here who says that this is not an abuse, that here is…”

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Is there any one here who says that this is not an abuse, that here is not a tyrannical exercise of power?

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Massachusetts

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Sumner calls out perceived abuses of power, seeking accountability and recognition of tyranny.

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Charles Sumner: “Is there any one here who says that this is not an abuse, that here is not a tyrannical exercise of power?”