Charles Sumner: “With this mighty truth as a guiding principle, the National…”

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With this mighty truth as a guiding principle, the National Constitution is elevated, and made more than ever a protection to the citizen.

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Massachusetts

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This quote highlights how the Constitution serves as a protective framework for citizens when guided by fundamental truths.

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Opening of United States courts to colored, XI. 389.

Disunion no remedy for grievances of, VII. 33.

Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.

His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.

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Charles Sumner: “With this mighty truth as a guiding principle, the National Constitution is elevated, and made more than ever a…”